John M. Batten

Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy (eBook, ePUB)

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

This is a short memoir that recalls John Batten's service in the U.S. Navy during the Civil War. From the beginning: "After bidding my relatives and friends good-bye, I proceeded to Philadelphia, Pa., and reported for duty on board the United States steamer Princeton, which was lying anchored in the Delaware river off Philadelphia, and which was the same vessel on which Abel Parker Upshur, Secretary of State under President Tyler, was killed by the explosion of a monster cannon whilst visiting said vessel, in company with the President and other members of the Cabinet."

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Charles River Editors
• Seitenzahl: 122
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. März 2018
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781508083986
• Artikelnr.: 54361304

Autorenporträt

John M. Batten, a lesser-known figure in the annals of American literature, made his modest contribution to historical literature with his work, 'Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy'. Published in the latter part of the 19th century, this memoir provides an intimate glimpse into the life and operations aboard a naval vessel of that era. Batten is not widely recognized in literary circles or by the broader reading public, yet his narrative stands as a valuable firsthand account of the operational intricacies and the human element within the U.S. Navy during a transformative period in its history. His prose, primarily descriptive and straightforward, lacks the flamboyancy of his contemporaries but offers a clear and unembellished portrayal of his experiences. Though information regarding Batten's broader biography remains scant, his book serves as a testament to his service and dedication to documenting the everyday life of navy personnel. Beyond his single work, Batten's impact on literature may be considered minimal; however, for military historians, 'Reminiscences of Two Years in the United States Navy' serves as an important historical document that enriches our understanding of military life in the late 1800s.