Extracts From Private Journal-Letters Of Captain S. F. Du Pont : While In Command Of The Cyane During The War With Mexico, 1846-48 (Hardcover)

""Extracts From Private Journal-Letters Of Captain S. F. Du Pont: While In Command Of The Cyane During The War With Mexico, 1846-48"" is a historical book that contains the personal journal entries and letters of Captain Samuel Francis Du Pont during his time as commander of the USS Cyane during the Mexican-American War. The book provides a unique perspective on the war, as it is written from the point of view of a naval officer who participated in several important battles and operations.The journal entries and letters cover a wide range of topics, including Du Pont's experiences at sea, his interactions with other officers and crew members, and his observations on the military strategy and tactics employed by both sides during the conflict. The book also includes descriptions of key events such as the capture of Monterey and the Battle of Veracruz.Overall, ""Extracts From Private Journal-Letters Of Captain S. F. Du Pont"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the life of a naval officer during the Mexican-American War and sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of the United States military during this pivotal period in American history.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.