Journal of a Cruise Made to the Pacific Ocean; Volume 1

by David Porter

Book Overview

Join U.S. naval officer David Porter aboard the USS Essex as he embarks on a voyage of nearly two years to the Pacific Ocean in 1812. The Journal of a Cruise Made to the Pacific Ocean provides a fascinating firsthand account of the experiences of a naval officer during the War of 1812, including battles at sea, encounters with indigenous peoples, and descriptions of exotic locations such as the Galapagos and Marquesas Islands. This book will captivate...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1022658344
• ISBN13: 9781022658349
• Release Date: July 2023
• Publisher: Legare Street Press
• Length: 612 Pages
• Weight: 1.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.1" x 9.2"