The War of 1812 and the Rise of the U.S. Navy

About this title:

"Discover the epic naval story of the war that threatened to undo our nation in 1812. Riveting firsthand accounts enliven this official sea-level view of the conflict that proved American naval prowess a force to be reckoned with. Explore historic documents, letters, ephemera, and artifacts, including fascinating finds from the Navy's most recent underwater excavation of the war's lost ships. Featuring a colorful, diverse cast of characters--from sailors, spies, and ship's surgeons to commodores, Navy wives, and privateersmen--and incorporating hundreds of photographs, period illustrations, and contemporary and original maps, The War of 1812 and the Rise of the U.S. Navy is a sweeping panorama of a defining moment in U.S. history and a must-read for maritime aficionados and general history buffs alike."

Product Details:

Publisher ‏ : ‎ National Geographic; First Edition (March 27, 2012)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 280 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1426209339
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1426209338
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 4.25 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 12.5 x 1.18 x 9.28 inches