The Life of David Glasgow Farragut, First Admiral of the United States Navy: Embodying His Journal and Letters (1879)

The Life of David Glasgow Farragut, First Admiral of the United States Navy, is a biographical book that was written by the renowned naval officer himself, David Glasgow Farragut. The book was published in 1879 and is a detailed account of Farragut's life, including his early years, his naval career, and his personal experiences.The book is divided into several sections, with the first section providing a brief overview of Farragut's early life and family background. The subsequent sections delve into his naval career, including his experiences during the War of 1812, the Mexican-American War, and the American Civil War.The book also includes a number of Farragut's personal letters and journal entries, which provide insight into his thoughts and feelings about his experiences. These letters and journal entries offer a unique perspective on the life of one of America's greatest naval commanders.Overall, The Life of David Glasgow Farragut is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in naval history, American history, or the life of one of America's most celebrated military heroes.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.