Life and Achievements of Admiral Dewey from Montpelier to Manila (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417901111)

""The Life and Achievements of Admiral Dewey from Montpelier to Manila"" is a biography of the American naval commander George Dewey, written by journalist and historian Murat Halstead. The book chronicles Dewey's life from his birth in Montpelier, Vermont, to his legendary victory at the Battle of Manila Bay during the Spanish-American War. Halstead draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Dewey's personal papers and letters, to provide a detailed account of his subject's life and career. He describes Dewey's early years in Vermont, his education at the United States Naval Academy, and his service in various naval engagements prior to the Spanish-American War. The bulk of the book focuses on Dewey's leadership during the Battle of Manila Bay, which saw his fleet decisively defeat the Spanish navy and secure American control of the Philippines. Halstead provides a vivid description of the battle, drawing on contemporary accounts and interviews with participants. He also explores the political and diplomatic context of the conflict, including Dewey's interactions with Filipino revolutionary leader Emilio Aguinaldo. In addition to his military achievements, Halstead also examines Dewey's personal life, including his marriage to Susan Goodwin, his relationships with fellow naval officers, and his retirement from active service. Overall, ""The Life and Achievements of Admiral Dewey from Montpelier to Manila"" offers a comprehensive portrait of a key figure in American naval history, and sheds light on the broader political and military context of the late 19th century.1899. The brilliant cadet-the heroic lieutenant-the capable captain, the conquering commodore, the famous Admiral, one of the stars in the class at Anapolis, distinguished in tremendous battles on the Mississippi and the Atlantic. Hero of Manila. Loyal to duty, faithful to flag, and true to friends. Splendidly illustrated with many superb halftone engravings made from photographs taken by a special photographer especially for this book. A biography of the United States naval officer remembered for his victory at Manila Bay in the Spanish-American War.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.

Author: Murat Halstead
ISBN-10: 141790111X
ISBN-13: 9781417901111
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 03/01/2005
Pages: 468
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.04d