The battle of the Swash and the capture of Canada by Samuel Barton

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Author Barton, Samuel, 1839-1895
LoC No. 04007012
Title The battle of the Swash and the capture of Canada
Original Publication United States: Charles J. Dillingham, 1888.
Note Reading ease score: 44.6 (College-level). Difficult to read.
Note A fictitious account of a war between the United States and England, represented as taking place in 1890. Written to bring to the attention of the people of the United States the defenceless condition of their sea coasts.
Credits Al Haines
Summary "The Battle of the Swash and the Capture of Canada" by Samuel Barton is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work chronicles the events leading up to a fictional naval battle, presenting an analysis of the geopolitical tensions between the United States and Canada during the late 1800s, particularly focusing on maritime relations and defense issues. The narrative likely addresses the significant decline of the American merchant marine and the ramifications of neglecting naval power, ultimately leading to a conflict with Canada. At the start of this historical narrative, the author introduces readers to his motivations for writing the account, underscoring his personal involvement in the battle. He expresses a desire to provide a detailed and accurate retelling of events that had been inadequately described in previous writings. The opening chapters then delve into the historical context of the United States prior to 1890, outlining the country’s once formidable maritime status, the decline of its navy, and the resulting vulnerability to foreign threats. Barton highlights the ineffectiveness of the U.S. Congress in addressing defense needs, setting the stage for the ensuing conflict between the United States and Canada over fishing rights and territorial disputes, alluding to a brewing, inevitable confrontation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature
Subject United States -- History
Subject Imaginary wars and battles -- Fiction
Subject Speculative fiction
Subject Canada -- Annexation to the United States -- Fiction
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Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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