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John Paul Jones and the Ranger

John Paul Jones and the Ranger

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(Paperback)-This book devoted to one of America's greatest naval heroes is the result of eight years work by Joseph G. Sawtelle who searched selected archives for documents relating to John Paul Jones and his tumultuous year with the Portsmouth-built ship of war Ranger. From July 1777, when he arrived in Portsmouth, until May 1778, when he relinquished command of the Ranger, John Paul Jones confronted local and national government officials, then battled the British during one of the most exciting voyages in United States naval history. Portsmouth, as the home port of the Ranger and now as the home of the historic John Paul Jones house, owned by the Portsmouth Historical Society, is forever linked to the memory of the dashing and controversial Jones. This book tells John Paul Jones' story largely through his own letters, written while he was in Portsmouth and while he was in command of the Ranger. Included are nearly 100 documents written by, to, or about Jones and his exploits with the Ranger, and printed for the first time, are the Log of the Ranger, and the roster of the Ranger, whose crew was mostly seamen from the New Hampshire and Maine seacoasts. In the Log is the report of the first salute to the American flag by a foreign country. The documents, including Jones' first-hand account, trace the Ranger's raids on the English mainland and the capture of the British war ship Drake. Also printed here for the first time are a number of documents relating to Lt. Thomas Simpson, who was charged by Jones with disobeying orders. The charges were later dropped and Simpson sailed the Ranger back to Portsmouth.
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  1. Star FullStar FullStar EmptyStar EmptyStar Empty ( 1 of 1 found this review helpful ) Posted: Jul 2 2003

    For an individual who was as interesting as John Paul Jones, this book does the person an injustice. The vast majority of the book contains copies of letters sent and received by JPJ with little or no analysis or summary comment added by the author. By far its the most boring book on an 18th century patriot that I've ever read. Its actually more a book on the topic of ship building in early New England times and less on the individual and his military accomplishments. I'm sure the time spent for the necessary research to garner the materials is laudable, but I purchased the book to understand the man and his character in confronting the enemy at home and abroad. Although the book is relatively inexpensive, there are numerous books on others such as Daniel Morgan, etc which are worth reading more than once. Sorry if this review offends anyone.

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Product Specs for John Paul Jones and the Ranger

Author: Joseph G. Sawtelle
Number Of Pages: 234
Category: Paperback
Brand: Portsmouth Marine Society
Label: Portsmouth Marine Society
Manufacturer: Portsmouth Marine Society
Product Group: Book
Publication Date: 2002-06-01
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