Publisher's Synopsis
""Tripoli: First War With The United States"" is a historical book written by James Leander Cathcart, originally published in 1901. The book recounts the events of the first Barbary War, which took place between 1801 and 1805, and was fought between the United States and the Barbary States of North Africa, specifically Tripoli. Cathcart's book provides a detailed account of the political and military events that led to the conflict, as well as the strategies and tactics employed by both sides during the war. The author also delves into the personalities of key figures involved in the conflict, including the Tripolitan ruler Yusuf Karamanli, and American naval commanders such as Stephen Decatur and William Bainbridge. The book is based on primary sources, including official government documents, letters, and diaries, as well as contemporary news reports and other historical accounts. Cathcart's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of the United States and its early military engagements. Overall, ""Tripoli: First War With The United States"" is a valuable resource for anyone seeking to understand the complexities of early American foreign policy and the country's military history in the early 19th century.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.
