Publisher's Synopsis
Narratives of Shipwrecks of the Royal Navy Between 1793 and 1849 is a historical account of the various shipwrecks that occurred in the Royal Navy during the period between 1793 and 1849. The book is authored by William O.S. Gilly and was first published in 1850. The book provides a detailed description of the various shipwrecks that took place during this period, including the circumstances leading up to the shipwrecks, the events that occurred during and after the shipwrecks, and the impact that these shipwrecks had on the Royal Navy and the sailors involved. Gilly's account is based on firsthand reports from the sailors who were involved in the shipwrecks, as well as official records and other historical documents. The book also includes illustrations and maps that help to provide a visual representation of the events described in the text.Overall, Narratives of Shipwrecks of the Royal Navy Between 1793 and 1849 is a valuable historical document that provides insight into the dangers and challenges faced by sailors in the Royal Navy during this period. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history or the history of the British Empire.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.
