Captain Hector McNeill Of The Continental Navy (1922)

""Captain Hector McNeill of the Continental Navy"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Gardner Weld Allen and published in 1922. The book tells the story of Captain Hector McNeill, who was a naval officer in the Continental Navy during the American Revolutionary War. The book provides a detailed account of McNeill's life and career, from his early days as a seafaring merchant to his service in the Continental Navy. It covers his various naval engagements, including his role in the capture of a British warship and his command of the privateer ship ""General Washington."" The book also explores the political and social climate of the time, providing insight into the challenges faced by the Continental Navy and the American forces during the war. It highlights McNeill's bravery and leadership, as well as his contributions to the war effort.Overall, ""Captain Hector McNeill of the Continental Navy"" is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in American history, naval warfare, and the American Revolution.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.