Excerpt from Joining the Navy, or Abroad With Uncle Sam
It is with a degree of hesitation that I have at length decided to permit the publication of impressions formed while serving as cabin-boy on America's armored vessels, [wizard and 032266. These facts and impressions, while recorded partly with a View to their usefulness in passing a leisure hour by the fireside in later years, were at the same time undertaken to form a needful diversion to the often dreary monotony oi shipboard life.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book chronicles the extraordinary experiences of the author during a three-year cruise aboard the USS Ossipee in the 1880s. It presents a unique and detailed account of life in the US Navy during that era, from the authorâs enlistment as a cabin boy to his eventual role as steward. Along the way, the author vividly describes the ship's itinerary, including stops in exotic locales such as Gibraltar, Sri Lanka, and Japan. The narrative offers valuable insights into the daily routines, challenges, and camaraderie among the diverse crew members, providing a rich historical record of naval culture. Moreover, the author reflects on the broader social and political dynamics of the time, offering a nuanced perspective on race relations and American imperialism. Through the author's humorous anecdotes and evocative descriptions, this book not only entertains but also sheds light on an important chapter in maritime history, making it an invaluable resource for enthusiasts and historians alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9781334200069_0
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