Autobiography of Rear Admiral Charles Wilkes, U.S. Navy 1798-1877
by Morgan, William James; David B. Tyler; Joye L. Leonhart; Mary F. Loughlin [Editors]
Format: Hardcover
Status: Out of print
Code: E460
Condition: , Near Fine
Product Details
Near fine hardcover. Charles Wilkes was an American naval officer, ship's captain, and explorer. He led the United States Exploring Expedition, 1838-1842 and commanded the ship in the Trent Affair during the American Civil War, where he attacked a Royal Mail Ship, almost leading to war between the US and the UK.
Publisher: Department of the Navy
Year of Publication: 1978
Page Count: 944