Synopsis Of The Cruise Of The U.S. Exploring Expedition, During The Years 1838-42 (1842)

by Charles Wilkes

Book Overview

""Synopsis of the Cruise of the U.S. Exploring Expedition, During the Years 1838-42"" is a book written by Charles Wilkes, an American naval officer and explorer. The book is a detailed account of the four-year voyage of the United States Exploring Expedition, which was commissioned by the U.S. government to explore and map the Pacific Ocean and surrounding regions.The book begins with an overview of the expedition, including its objectives, the ships...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120867983
• ISBN13: 9781120867988
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 60 Pages
• Weight: 0.21 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"