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Our Sailors

Gallant Deeds of the British Navy during Victoria's Reign

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British naval service during Queen Victoria's reign takes many forms in this historical account by William Henry Giles Kingston. Its opening moves from the capture of Aden in 1839 to operations along the coast of Syria in 1840, describing ships, commanders, landing parties and the practical hazards of attacks on fortified towns. Individual acts of courage receive close attention, including a dangerous effort to recover a flag left behind during a withdrawal.

The account also follows Arctic exploration, with ships searching for the missing crews of the Erebus and Terror. Icebound vessels, provision depots, messages left in cairns and the difficulty of sending help give these passages a different rhythm from the battle narratives. Readers interested in nineteenth-century naval history will find a patriotic British perspective that links military action with seamanship, endurance and resourcefulness. The contrast between coastal campaigns and polar hardship gives a broad view of the duties associated with the navy.

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William Henry Giles Kingston

William Henry Giles Kingston (1814-1880), often credited as W. H. G. Kingston, was an English writer of boys' adventure novels. He also worked as a linguist and translator. His books include "Peter the Whaler" and "The Rival Crusoes".

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Author: William Henry Giles Kingston
Reading time: About 7 hours
Pages: 246
Language: English
Genre: Military History
Formats: PDF, EPUB, Read online