Recollections Of James Anthony Gardner: Commander R. N. 1775-1814

By Richard Vesey Hamilton, John Knox Laughton, James Anthony Gardner

Book Overview

Recollections of James Anthony Gardner: Commander R. N. 1775-1814 is a book written by R. Vesey Hamilton that provides a detailed account of the life and career of James Anthony Gardner, a prominent naval commander in the Royal Navy during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is based on Gardner's personal recollections, as well as letters and other documents from his time in the navy.The book begins with Gardner's early life and education, and then goes on to detail his service in the navy, including his participation in several major battles and campaigns, such as the Battle of Cape St. Vincent and the Battle of Trafalgar. The book also includes Gardner's reflections on his experiences, as well as his views on the navy and its role in British society.Throughout the book, Hamilton provides historical context and analysis, drawing on a range of primary and secondary sources to provide a comprehensive picture of Gardner's life and career. The book is written in a clear and engaging style, making it accessible to both general readers and scholars of naval history. Overall, Recollections of James Anthony Gardner is an important contribution to the study of the Royal Navy and the history of Britain in the late 18th and early 19th centuries.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: 1163238813
• ISBN13: 9781163238813
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 310 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"