John Paul Jones : maverick hero
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Published
Philadelphia : Casemate, 2008.
Physical Description
x, 278, [32] pages of plates : illustrations, maps ; 24 cm.
Status
Laramie County Community College - Main Collection
E207 .J7 W244 2008
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E207 .J7 W244 2008
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Published
Philadelphia : Casemate, 2008.
Format
Book
Language
English
Notes
General Note
"First published in the United Kingdom by Spellmount Publishers"--T.p. verso.
Bibliography
Includes bibliographical references (p. [269]-272) and index.
Summary
An associate of Benjamin Franklin and hero of the American War of Independence, John Paul Jones was the first captain to sail an American warship under an American flag and was instrumental in the creation of a coordinated naval force for the new republic. Across the Atlantic, the "Scotch Renegade" had a far less enviable reputation, being most commonly remembered as a privateer and villain following his daring raids on British ports. This judgment would stand for a century or more. Interrogating numerous contemporary sources, this book gives an accurate and balanced account of the life of this controversial and fascinating character. Crucially, Frank Walker has examined the scenes of Jones's greatest triumphs during his cruise around the British Isles, to shed new light on his methods, and some would say-in their incredible daring-his madness!
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APA Citation, 7th Edition (style guide)
Walker, F. (2008). John Paul Jones: maverick hero . Casemate.
Chicago / Turabian - Author Date Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Walker, Frank. 2008. John Paul Jones: Maverick Hero. Casemate.
Chicago / Turabian - Humanities (Notes and Bibliography) Citation, 17th Edition (style guide)Walker, Frank. John Paul Jones: Maverick Hero Casemate, 2008.
MLA Citation, 9th Edition (style guide)Walker, Frank. John Paul Jones: Maverick Hero Casemate, 2008.
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