Life Of Charles Henry Davis, Rear Admiral, 1807-1877

by Charles Henry Davis

Book Overview

The book ""Life Of Charles Henry Davis, Rear Admiral, 1807-1877"" is a biography of Charles Henry Davis, who was a prominent figure in the United States Navy during the mid-19th century. Written by Davis himself, the book chronicles his life from his birth in 1807 to his death in 1877, detailing his early years, his education, and his naval career. Davis played a significant role in the American Civil War, serving as a commander of Union naval forces in several key battles, including the Battle of Fort Donelson and the Battle of Mobile Bay. The book provides a detailed account of his naval campaigns, including his strategies and tactics, as well as his personal experiences during the war. In addition to his military career, Davis also had a distinguished career as a scientist and engineer. He was responsible for many important innovations in naval technology, including the development of the first steam-powered warship and improvements to shipboard navigation. The book delves into Davis's contributions to science and engineering, highlighting his important achievements and innovations. Overall, ""Life Of Charles Henry Davis, Rear Admiral, 1807-1877"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography of an important figure in American naval history. It provides a fascinating look at Davis's life and career, as well as his contributions to science and engineering.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: 1163789720
• ISBN13: 9781163789728
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 356 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"