George Hamilton Perkins, Commodore, U.S.N.

""George Hamilton Perkins, Commodore, U.S.N.: His Life And Letters"" is a biographical work written by Carroll Storrs Alden and published in 1914. The book chronicles the life and career of George Hamilton Perkins, a prominent United States Navy officer who served during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different period in Perkins' life. The first chapter provides an overview of Perkins' early years and his entry into the U.S. Naval Academy. Subsequent chapters cover Perkins' service in various naval campaigns, including the Spanish-American War and World War I. Throughout the book, Alden draws upon Perkins' personal letters and other writings to provide insight into his subject's thoughts, feelings, and motivations. The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations, as well as maps and other visual aids to help readers better understand the historical context of Perkins' life and work. Overall, ""George Hamilton Perkins, Commodore, U.S.N.: His Life And Letters"" provides a detailed and engaging portrait of a significant figure in American naval history. The book will be of interest to anyone interested in military history, naval strategy, or the life and career of one of the U.S. Navy's most distinguished officers.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.