The Papers Of Francis Gregory Dallas: United States Navy, Correspondence And Journal, 1837-1859 (1917)

By Francis Gregory Dallas and Thomas Stowell 1822-1901 Phelps

Book Overview

The Papers Of Francis Gregory Dallas: United States Navy, Correspondence And Journal, 1837-1859 (1917) is a historical book that presents the personal papers of Francis Gregory Dallas, a prominent figure in the United States Navy during the mid-19th century. The book is a compilation of his correspondence and journal entries, covering the period between 1837 and 1859.Francis Gregory Dallas was a naval officer who served in various capacities, including as a commander of several ships, a member of the Board of Naval Commissioners, and a diplomat. His papers provide insight into the operations of the US Navy during a critical period in its history, including the Mexican-American War, the California Gold Rush, and the tensions leading up to the American Civil War.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a particular period or topic. The first section covers Dallas's early career, including his time as a midshipman and his service in the Mediterranean. The subsequent sections cover his experiences during the Mexican-American War, his command of the USS St. Mary's during the California Gold Rush, and his diplomatic mission to the Kingdom of the Two Sicilies.The book also includes several appendices, which provide additional context and information. These include a list of Dallas's naval commands, a chronology of his life and career, and a bibliography of sources used in the compilation of the book.Overall, The Papers Of Francis Gregory Dallas: United States Navy, Correspondence And Journal, 1837-1859 (1917) is a valuable resource for historians, naval enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of the United States Navy during the mid-19th century.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: 1163982032
• ISBN13: 9781163982037
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 364 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"