Admiral Dewey The Hero Of Manila

""Admiral Dewey: The Hero of Manila"" is a biography written by Thomas W. Handford about the life and accomplishments of Admiral George Dewey. The book focuses on Dewey's role in the Spanish-American War, specifically his victory at the Battle of Manila Bay, which led to the United States' acquisition of the Philippines. Handford delves into Dewey's early life, his time at the United States Naval Academy, and his rise through the ranks to become one of the most respected naval commanders in American history. The book also explores Dewey's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his retirement from the Navy. Handford's detailed research and vivid storytelling bring Admiral Dewey's heroic actions to life, making this book a must-read for anyone interested in American military history.A Record Of The Life And Achievements Of The Greatest Naval Warrior Of The Nineteenth Century. Together With Brief Sketches Of Our Early Naval Heroes Paul Jones; Commodores Hull, Perry And David Porter; Admirals Farragut, Porter And Captain Winslow.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.