Admiral Dewey: The Hero Of Manila

""Admiral Dewey: The Hero of Manila"" is a biography of Admiral George Dewey, who played a pivotal role in the Spanish-American War. Written by Thomas W. Handford, the book chronicles Dewey's life and career, from his early days as a midshipman to his famous victory at the Battle of Manila Bay. The book explores Dewey's leadership style, his strategic thinking, and his relationships with other naval officers and politicians. It also delves into the political and social context of the Spanish-American War, including the debates over imperialism and the role of the United States in the world. Through the lens of Dewey's life, the book offers a compelling narrative of American naval history and the emergence of the United States as a global power.A Record Of The Life And Achievements Of The Greatest Naval Warrior Of The Nineteenth Century. Together With Brief Sketches Of Our Early Naval Heroes Paul Jones; Commodores Hull, Perry And David Porter; Admirals Farragut, Porter And Captain Winslow.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.