A Sailor's Life Under Four Sovereigns V2 (1899)

""A Sailor's Life Under Four Sovereigns V2"" is a memoir written by Henry Keppel, a British naval officer who served under Queen Victoria, King Edward VII, King George V, and King Edward VIII. The book is a continuation of Keppel's experiences as a sailor, covering the years 1860 to 1897. Keppel recounts his various naval expeditions and battles, including his involvement in the Second Opium War and the bombardment of Alexandria. He also shares his personal reflections on the changing political and social landscape of Europe during his lifetime. The book provides a unique perspective on naval history and life at sea during the late 19th century.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.