Author: Sir John Ross
Publisher: London : R. Bentley
ISBN:
Category : Admirals
Languages : en
Pages : 466

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Author: sir John Ross
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Admirals
Languages : en
Pages : 458

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Author: Sir John Ross
Publisher: London : R. Bentley
ISBN:
Category : Admirals
Languages : en
Pages : 470

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Author: Sir John Ross
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Admirals
Languages : en
Pages : 462

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Author: John Ross
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
ISBN: 3385574412
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 458

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Reprint of the original, first published in 1838.

Author: Sir John Ross
Publisher: Theclassics.Us
ISBN: 9781230370156
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 106

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This historic book may have numerous typos and missing text. Purchasers can usually download a free scanned copy of the original book (without typos) from the publisher. Not indexed. Not illustrated. 1838 edition. Excerpt: ... I CHAPTER XII. 1800. Sir James writes to Earl Spencer.--Is appointed to the Cafear, of 84 guns.--Joins the Channel fleet.--The Brest fleet having escaped, proceeds to the Mediterranean. -- English fleet at Bantry Bay.--Return of the French fleet.--Caesar at Lisbon. --Sir James returns to Spithead.--Rejoins the Channel fleet. --Earl St. Vincent takes the command.--Appoints Sir James to command the advanced squadron.--Black Rocks.--Earl St. Vincent's letter of approbation.--Douvernenez Bay.--Various letters.--Complete success of the blockade.--Enemy's fleet laid up.--Sir James returns to Spithead.--Conclusion of 1800. Sir James had cherished the hope that he was to be permitted to enjoy the blessings of domestic life, at least for a few months; but even in the most perfect state of happiness which can be well imagined, he always held his duty to his King and country, (next to the duty he owed to his Creator, ) to be paramount to every other consideration; and, feeling himself bound, after a short period of relaxation, to offer his services, he wrote the following letter: My Lord, Bath, 15th January 1799. As you were pleased to intimate your intention of being at Bath when I last had the honour of seeing you, I tielayed writing until this time. I am extremely happy to find that Lady Spencer's improved state of health has rendered the journey unnecessary. . Two days after my arrival I received a letter from Admiral Young, proposing to me (in the absence of your lordship) a large seventy-four, which I declined accepting, as you had done me the honour to offer me the Caesar, on a certain expected event taking place. I hope you will forgive me for entreating that as many of the Orion's ship's company may be Reserved for me as the service...

Author: James de Saumarez Saumarez (baron).)
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Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 0

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Author: John Ross
Publisher: Sagwan Press
ISBN: 9781376461268
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 460

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author: John Ross
Publisher: Sagwan Press
ISBN: 9781297964909
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 460

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This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Author: Tim Voelcker
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer Ltd
ISBN: 1843834316
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 294

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Detailed investigation of the key role played by Admiral Saumarez in the continuing naval warfare against Napoleon.