Log-book of Timothy Boardman by Timothy Boardman
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| Author | Boardman, Timothy, 1754-1838 |
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| Contributor | Boardman, Samuel Ward, 1830-1917 |
| Title |
Log-book of Timothy Boardman
Kept on Board the Privateer Oliver Cromwell, During a Cruise from New London, Ct., to Charleston, S. C., and Return, in 1778; Also, a Biographical Sketch of the Author. |
| Note | Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Log-book of Timothy Boardman" by Timothy Boardman is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work presents the personal log of Timothy Boardman during his time aboard the privateer Oliver Cromwell, detailing his experiences during maritime engagements and life at sea in 1778. It offers insight into maritime history, personal reflections, and the cultural context of the time, especially regarding the Revolutionary War. At the start of the log, the narrative lays the groundwork for Boardman's experiences, highlighting his service aboard the Oliver Cromwell as part of the fledgling American naval forces. The entries detail naval skirmishes, interactions with enemy ships, and the daily life aboard the vessel, presenting vivid descriptions of the dangers and camaraderie experienced at sea. This initial portion sets an adventurous tone and introduces readers to the challenges faced by sailors during the American Revolution, as well as Boardman's character and observations, which will provide a personal lens through which to view these historical events. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E201: History: America: Revolution (1775-1783) |
| Subject | Oliver Cromwell (Ship) |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Naval operations |
| Subject | United States -- History -- Revolution, 1775-1783 -- Personal narratives |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 26040 |
| Release Date | Jul 12, 2008 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 86 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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