Old Marblehead Sea Captains And The Ships In Which They Sailed

Old Marblehead Sea Captains And The Ships In Which They Sailed is a book written by the Marblehead Historical Society that provides a comprehensive account of the seafaring history of Marblehead, a coastal town in Massachusetts. The book primarily focuses on the sea captains who hailed from Marblehead and the ships they sailed on during the 18th and 19th centuries.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which is dedicated to a specific sea captain and their ship. The authors have meticulously researched the history of each captain and the vessels they commanded, providing readers with a detailed account of their voyages, adventures, and accomplishments.The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the ships, as well as maps and diagrams of their routes and destinations. Additionally, the authors provide historical context to the seafaring industry of Marblehead, including its role in the American Revolution and the growth of the shipping industry in the 19th century.Overall, Old Marblehead Sea Captains And The Ships In Which They Sailed is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Marblehead or the seafaring industry of New England. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives of the town's sea captains and the ships that helped shape the region's maritime 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.