The Office Of Vice-Admiral Of The Coast: Being Some Account Of That Ancient Office (1884)

By Sherston Baker

Book Overview

The book titled ""The Office of Vice-Admiral of the Coast: Being Some Account of That Ancient Office"" was written by Sherston Baker and published in 1884. The book provides a detailed account of the history and significance of the Vice-Admiral of the Coast office, which was an important position in the maritime administration of England.The author explains the origins of the office, which dates back to the 14th century, and its evolution over time. He also describes the duties and responsibilities of the Vice-Admiral, who was responsible for overseeing maritime affairs along the coast, including the regulation of shipping, the prevention of piracy, and the provision of aid to ships in distress.The book also contains information about the various individuals who held the position of Vice-Admiral of the Coast over the centuries, as well as their contributions to the development of the office and the maritime industry in England.Overall, ""The Office of Vice-Admiral of the Coast"" provides a comprehensive and informative account of an important aspect of English maritime history, making it a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of maritime administration.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: 1104318105
• ISBN13: 9781104318109
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 156 Pages
• Weight: 0.48 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"