A Biographical Memoir Of The Late Sir Peter Parker, Baronet (1815)

""A Biographical Memoir Of The Late Sir Peter Parker, Baronet"" is a book written by George Dallas and published in 1815. The book is a detailed account of the life and achievements of Sir Peter Parker, a British naval officer and politician who lived from 1721 to 1811. The memoir covers Parker's early life, his naval career, and his political activities. It describes his participation in several important naval battles, including the Siege of Louisbourg and the Battle of Havana, and his role as commander of the HMS Menelaus during the American Revolutionary War. The book also explores Parker's political career, including his time as Member of Parliament for Portsmouth and his appointment as Governor of Jamaica. It provides insights into his personal life, including his marriage and family, and his interests in science and music.Overall, ""A Biographical Memoir Of The Late Sir Peter Parker, Baronet"" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of an important historical figure. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history, politics, or the social and cultural life of the 18th and early 19th centuries.A Biographical Memoir Of The Late Sir Peter Parker, Baronet, Captain Of His Majesty�������s Ship Menelaus, Of 38 Guns, Killed In Action While Storming The American Camp At Bellair, Near Baltimore, On The Thirty-First Of August, 1814.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.