The Congo Rovers

The Congo Rovers: A Story of the Slave Squadron by Harry Collingwood is a thrilling adventure novel set in the late 19th century. The story follows the exploits of a group of British sailors who are part of the Royal Navy's anti-slavery squadron patrolling the coast of West Africa. Led by the charismatic Captain George Ransome, the crew of the HMS Firefly is tasked with intercepting and capturing slave ships and freeing their human cargo.As they sail up the Congo River, the crew encounters a variety of dangers and obstacles, from treacherous rapids to hostile tribesmen. Along the way, they also uncover a deadly conspiracy involving a powerful slave trader and a corrupt government official. With their lives in constant danger, the crew must use all their skills and bravery to outwit their enemies and complete their mission.The Congo Rovers is a fast-paced and exciting adventure story that will appeal to fans of classic naval fiction. It is also a powerful indictment of the brutal and inhumane practice of slavery, and a tribute to the brave men and women who fought to abolish it.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.