A Short History Of H.M.S. Victory (1872)

by William James Lloyd Wharton

Book Overview

A Short History of H.M.S. Victory is a book written by William James L. Wharton in 1872. The book provides a detailed account of the history of the famous British warship, H.M.S. Victory. The ship was built in 1759 and was used by the Royal Navy during the 18th and 19th centuries. It is most famous for its role in the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, where it was commanded by Admiral Lord Nelson.The book covers the construction of the ship, its early years of service, and its involvement in major naval battles. It also includes information about the ship's design, armament, and crew. Additionally, the book provides a glimpse into life on board the ship, including the daily routines of the sailors and the conditions they endured.Wharton's writing style is informative and engaging, and he provides a wealth of historical detail. The book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in naval history or the history of H.M.S. Victory in particular.Together With A List Of All Admirals And Captains Who Have Served In Her.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: 116588934X
• ISBN13: 9781165889341
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 78 Pages
• Weight: 0.26 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"