Originally published: 2006. "First published as a Norton paperback in 2008"--Title page verso Includes bibliographical references (pages 483-540) and index.
Contents:
To provide and maintain -- To the shores of Tripoli -- England again -- Epilogue -- Chronology of later events: 1815-2005.
Summary:
Describes the origins and early history of the American Navy, discussing the debates by the founding fathers over the need for a permanent military, the decision to construct six heavy frigates, the campaign against Tripoli, and the War of 1812.
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