Joseph Francis, Shipbuilder: Father Of The U.S. Live-Saving Service

By John B. Ehrhardt

Book Overview

""Joseph Francis, Shipbuilder: Father Of The U.S. Live-Saving Service"" is a non-fiction book written by John B. Ehrhardt. The book tells the story of Joseph Francis, a shipbuilder who played a crucial role in the development of the United States Live-Saving Service, a government organization responsible for rescuing sailors in distress. The book begins by providing a brief history of the U.S. Live-Saving Service and its origins. It then delves into the life of Joseph Francis, who was born in 1801 in New York City. Francis was a skilled shipbuilder who worked in various shipyards throughout his career. He was known for his innovative designs and his commitment to safety. The book describes how Francis became involved with the U.S. Live-Saving Service. In the mid-1800s, there was a growing concern about the number of shipwrecks and the loss of life at sea. Francis saw an opportunity to use his shipbuilding expertise to help save lives. He began designing and building lifeboats that could withstand the rough waters of the Atlantic Ocean. The book goes on to detail the many contributions that Francis made to the U.S. Live-Saving Service. He designed and built a number of lifeboats and rescue equipment that were used by the service for many years. He also worked to improve the training and organization of the service, helping to make it a more effective and efficient operation. Throughout the book, Ehrhardt provides a vivid picture of life in the mid-1800s, including the dangers of working at sea and the challenges faced by the U.S. Live-Saving Service. He also highlights the many accomplishments of Joseph Francis, who is often overlooked in discussions of the history of the U.S. Live-Saving Service. Overall, ""Joseph Francis, Shipbuilder: Father Of The U.S. Live-Saving Service"" is an engaging and informative book that sheds light on an important but often overlooked figure in American history. It will appeal to anyone interested in maritime history, the history of the U.S. government, or the history of innovation and technology in the United States.Delivered During The 1950 New Jersey Luncheon.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428660747
• ISBN13: 9781428660748
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 48 Pages
• Weight: 0.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"