An Iowa Boy Around The World In The Navy 1898-1902 (1902)

""An Iowa Boy Around The World In The Navy: 1898-1902"" is a memoir written by John W. Swift, detailing his experiences as a sailor in the United States Navy during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book chronicles Swift's journey from his hometown in Iowa to various ports around the world, including China, Japan, and the Philippines. Along the way, he describes the daily life of a sailor, the challenges he faced, and the camaraderie he found among his fellow crew members. The book also provides a unique perspective on the political and social climate of the time, including the Spanish-American War and the Boxer Rebellion. Overall, ""An Iowa Boy Around The World In The Navy"" offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a sailor during this 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.