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The Smugglers V1: A Chronicle Of The Coast Guard (1843)

The Smugglers V1: A Chronicle Of The Coast Guard (1843)

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20th Century United States HistoryGeneral LawNaval History

ISBN10: 1437379885
ISBN13: 9781437379884
Publisher: Indypublish.Com
Published: Dec 22 2008
Pages: 196
Weight: 1.01
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Smugglers V1: A Chronicle Of The Coast Guard is a book written by Francis Higginson and originally published in 1843. The book is a historical account of the United States Coast Guard's efforts to combat smuggling along the American coast during the 18th and 19th centuries.The book covers the Coast Guard's role in intercepting smugglers and their contraband, including liquor, tobacco, and other goods. It also delves into the tactics used by smugglers to evade detection, such as disguising their ships and using secret codes.In addition to the historical accounts, the book also features anecdotes and stories of individual Coast Guard officers and their experiences in the line of duty. These personal accounts provide a glimpse into the daily lives of the men who risked their lives to protect the American coast from smugglers.Overall, The Smugglers V1: A Chronicle Of The Coast Guard is a fascinating historical account of the Coast Guard's efforts to combat smuggling in the United States. It provides a unique perspective on a little-known aspect of American history and is a must-read for anyone interested in maritime history, law enforcement, or the history of the United States Coast Guard.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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