Fighting Bob Evans

Fighting Bob Evans is a biography written by Edwin A. Falk about the life of Rear Admiral Robley D. Evans, who was nicknamed ""Fighting Bob"" for his courage and leadership during the Spanish-American War. The book covers Evans' early life and career, including his time as a midshipman in the United States Navy and his service in the Civil War. It also describes his rise through the ranks, his command of the battleship USS Iowa, and his role in the Battle of Santiago de Cuba, which was a decisive victory for the United States. The book also delves into Evans' personal life, including his marriage and family, and his retirement from the Navy. Throughout the book, Falk provides a detailed and engaging portrait of a man who was both a skilled naval officer and a complex individual. Overall, Fighting Bob Evans is a fascinating look at one of the most important figures in American naval 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.