Life And Correspondence Of John, Earl Of St. Vincent V2: Admiral Of The Fleet

The book ""Life And Correspondence Of John, Earl Of St. Vincent V2: Admiral Of The Fleet"" is a biography of John Jervis, the Earl of St. Vincent, who was a British naval officer and commander during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The book is written by Edward Pelham Brenton, who was also a naval officer and historian.The second volume of this biography covers the later years of John Jervis' life, including his time as the commander-in-chief of the Mediterranean Fleet during the Napoleonic Wars. The book includes a detailed account of Jervis' naval campaigns, as well as his personal life and relationships.In addition to Brenton's narrative, the book also includes a selection of letters and correspondence written by Jervis during his lifetime. These letters provide insight into his thoughts and experiences as a naval commander and as a private individual.Overall, ""Life And Correspondence Of John, Earl Of St. Vincent V2: Admiral Of The Fleet"" is a comprehensive and informative biography of one of Britain's most prominent naval commanders. It offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of a man who played a significant role in shaping the history of the British Navy.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.