Publisher's Synopsis
Some Famous Privateers of New England is a historical book written by Ralph M. Eastman. The book discusses the lives and exploits of several famous privateers from New England during the 17th and 18th centuries. Privateers were privately owned ships that were authorized by their governments to attack and capture enemy ships during times of war. The book explores the lives of notable privateers such as William Kidd, Thomas Tew, and Samuel Bellamy, who became famous for their daring raids and successful captures. The book also delves into the political and economic factors that led to the rise of privateering in New England, as well as the impact that these privateers had on the region's economy and society. Some Famous Privateers of New England is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of piracy and privateering in America.1928. The State Street Trust Company's annual brochure featuring tales of the sea, which it believes is of interest to all New Englanders. Contents: The Privateer and the Letter of Marque; Beverly as a Privateer Port; Jonathan Haraden's Spectacular Fight; The Herald of Salem, with Stories of Captain Nathaniel Silsbee, Her Commander; Adventures of a Salem Privateersman; The America of Salem; Privateer Ship Grand Turk; Privateer Brig Grand Turk; Captain Silas Talbot; Captain Noah Stoddard; Some Privateersmen of Newport, Rhode Island; The Three Yankees of Massachusetts in the Revolutionary War; The Yankees of Rhode Island; A Daring New England Privateersman; The General Armstrong's Last Fight; Disposition of Prizes; and Further Notes upon Privateering.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.
