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Ship Names Of The United States Navy: Their Meaning And Origin (1921)

Ship Names Of The United States Navy: Their Meaning And Origin (1921)

Neeser, Robert Wilden

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ISBN10: 1104654644
ISBN13: 9781104654641
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Jun 13 2009
Pages: 274
Weight: 0.81
Height: 0.58 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Ship Names of the United States Navy: Their Meaning and Origin is a comprehensive book written by Robert Wilden Neeser in 1921. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the names of ships used by the United States Navy, exploring their historical significance and origins. It covers a wide range of ship names, including those of battleships, cruisers, destroyers, submarines, and other types of vessels. The author delves into the various factors that influenced the naming of ships, such as historical events, famous people, and geographic locations. He also examines the evolution of ship-naming conventions over time, from the early days of the Navy to the modern era. The book is organized alphabetically by ship name, making it easy for readers to find information on specific vessels. Each entry includes a detailed description of the ship's history, as well as its name's meaning and origin. The author also includes interesting anecdotes and trivia about each ship, making the book an engaging read for history buffs and naval enthusiasts alike. Overall, Ship Names of the United States Navy: Their Meaning and Origin is a fascinating exploration of the history and culture of the US Navy, as seen through the names of its ships. It provides a unique perspective on the Navy's legacy and the role that ship names have played in shaping its identity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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