Stephen Decatur

Stephen Decatur: And The Suppression Of Piracy In The Mediterranean (1901) is a historical book written by Charles Henry Smith. The book is centered around Stephen Decatur, a renowned American naval officer who played a significant role in suppressing piracy in the Mediterranean during the early 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Decatur's life, his achievements, and his contributions to the United States Navy. The author also sheds light on the piracy problem in the Mediterranean during that time and how Decatur and his team worked tirelessly to combat it. The book is a fascinating read for history enthusiasts, naval enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the history of piracy and naval warfare. It is well-researched, informative, and provides a unique perspective on a crucial period in American history.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.