The Cruise Of The Reserve Squadron (1883)

By Charles William Wood

Book Overview

The Cruise Of The Reserve Squadron is a book written by Charles William Wood and was first published in 1883. The book is a detailed account of the author's experiences during his time serving in the British Navy's Reserve Squadron. The Reserve Squadron was a fleet of ships that were kept on standby for emergencies and were usually made up of older, less modern vessels.The book is divided into several chapters, each one detailing a different part of the author's journey. The first chapter describes the preparations and training that went into getting the Reserve Squadron ready for deployment. The subsequent chapters detail the various ports of call that the squadron visited, including Gibraltar, Malta, and Alexandria.Throughout the book, Wood provides a vivid and detailed description of life on board the ships, including the daily routines of the sailors, the challenges they faced, and the camaraderie that developed among the crew. He also provides insights into the political and social climate of the places they visited, as well as the historical significance of some of the locations.Overall, The Cruise Of The Reserve Squadron is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in naval history or the experiences of sailors during the late 19th century. The book provides a unique perspective on life in the British Navy and offers a glimpse into a bygone era.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: 1165123282
• ISBN13: 9781165123285
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 392 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"