The U.S. Navy Pictorial History of the War of 1812

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Book Title:

The U.S. Navy Pictorial History of the War of 1812

Author:

Don Philpott

ISBN:

978-1-4422-1907-6

Category:

History

Format:

Paperback

Summary:

A short (~150 pages) book that combines a light amount of text with beautiful color paintings, black and white prints, and sepia etchings of ships, engagements, and key personnel. The book traces the years leading up to the War of 1812, through individuals chapters on each of the primary years of the war, and culminates with a final chapter on peace. Written as a light history, the text contains numerous personal correspondences that provide brief glimpses into the lives of those who served.

I'll have to check this one out for my collection. Thanks for posting.