Some Stories of Old Ironsides by Holloway Halstead Frost
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"Some Stories of Old Ironsides" by Holloway Halstead Frost is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the tales surrounding the United States Navy frigate USS Constitution, affectionately known as "Old Ironsides," emphasizing its illustrious battles and the remarkable figures who commanded her during pivotal moments in naval history. It highlights the themes of bravery, maritime strategy, and the establishment of the United States as a burgeoning
naval power. This narrative unfolds through a series of dramatic accounts, focusing primarily on significant naval battles during the early 19th century, particularly during the Barbary Wars and the War of 1812. Key characters such as Commodore Edward Preble, Lieutenant Stephen Decatur, and Captain Isaac Hull emerge as heroic figures, leading the USS Constitution against formidable opponents like the British frigate Guerriere and the formidable Tripolitan forces. The book details the tactical maneuvers, daring raids, and courageous naval engagements that solidified the ship's legendary status, intertwining historical facts with vivid storytelling to inspire a sense of pride in American naval heritage. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Frost, Holloway Halstead, 1889-1935 |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 32010391 |
| Title | Some Stories of Old Ironsides |
| Credits |
Produced by Stephen Hutcheson, MFR and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.8 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E151: History: America: United States |
| Subject | Constitution (Frigate) |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 54564 |
| Release Date | Apr 18, 2017 |
| Last Update | Oct 23, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 302 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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