The Life Of Admiral Dewey: And The Conquest Of The Philippines (1899)

By Louis Stanley Young and Henry Davenport Northrop

Book Overview

""The Life of Admiral Dewey: And the Conquest of the Philippines"" is a historical biography written by Louis Stanley Young in 1899. The book chronicles the life and career of Admiral George Dewey, a renowned American naval officer who played a pivotal role in the Spanish-American War and the subsequent annexation of the Philippines by the United States. The book begins with an overview of Dewey's early life and his entry into the United States Naval Academy. It then follows his rise through the ranks of the Navy, including his service in the Civil War, his command of various ships, and his appointment as the commander of the Asiatic Squadron. The bulk of the book focuses on Dewey's role in the Spanish-American War, particularly his famous victory at the Battle of Manila Bay, which effectively ended Spanish colonial rule in the Philippines. The book provides a detailed account of the battle, including Dewey's strategy, the tactics employed by the Spanish fleet, and the aftermath of the victory. The book also delves into the political and social context of the war, including the debates over American expansionism and imperialism, and the resistance of Filipino nationalists to American rule. Overall, ""The Life of Admiral Dewey"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on a pivotal moment in American history and the life of one of its most celebrated naval heroes.Containing A Complete And Glowing Account Of The Grand Achievements Of The Hero Of Manila.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1120897157
• ISBN13: 9781120897152
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 588 Pages
• Weight: 1.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"