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The USS Essex and the Birth of the American Navy
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Book Title: The USS Essex and the Birth of the American Navy
Author: Frances Diane Robotti and James Vescovi
ISBN: 1-58062-282-8
Category: History
Format: Paperback
Summary: The book covers the history of the USS Essex while providing a background of the events occurring during her service. The formation of the U. S. Navy, the Quasi-War with France, War Against the Barbary States, and particularly the War of 1812 are covered. It gives a good description of Essex's famous voyage into the Pacific and the havoc the Essex created for a year until her final battle. An informative book that is an entertaining read.
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