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  • The Cruise Of The Alabama And The Sumter

    by Raphael Semmes ...
    The cruise of the Alabama and the Sumter is a historical account of two Confederate Navy ships, the Sumter and the Alabama, under the command of Captain Raphael Semmes. The book traces their long voyages, commerce‑raiding missions, and naval engagements during the American Civil War, placing Semmes’s actions within the wider struggle between the Union and the Confederacy. It opens by sketching ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD

  • The Cruise of the Alabama and the Sumter

    by Raphael Semmes ...
    "The Cruise of the Alabama and the Sumter" is a compelling narrative by Raphael Semmes, detailing his experiences as a Confederate naval officer during the American Civil War. The book chronicles the voyages of the CSS Alabama and CSS Sumter, two warships that played significant roles in disrupting Union shipping. Semmes provides vivid descriptions of naval battles, the challenges of maritime ... Read more

    $1.31 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Memoirs of Service Afloat During the War Between the States

    by Raphael Semmes ...
    A number of publications have appeared, first and last, concerning the author and his career, as was naturally to have been expected. The Alabama was the first steamship in the history of the world—the defective little Sumterexcepted—that was let loose against the commerce of a great commercial people. The destruction which she caused was enormous. She not only alarmed the enemy, but she alarmed ... Read more

    $8.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States

    by Raphael Semmes ...
    "Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States" is a compelling firsthand account by Raphael Semmes, a Confederate naval officer. The book chronicles Semmes' experiences and adventures while commanding the CSS Alabama, a commerce raider that captured numerous Union merchant ships. Through vivid storytelling, Semmes provides insights into naval warfare, the challenges faced by the ... Read more

    $1.31 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Cruise of the Alabama and the Sumter

    From the Private Journals and Other Papers of Commander R. Semmes, C.S.N., and Other Officers

    by Raphael Semmes ...
    In "The Cruise of the Alabama and the Sumter," Raphael Semmes chronicles his experiences as a Confederate naval officer during the American Civil War, focusing on his command of the CSS Alabama and CSS Sumter. Semmes employs a first-person narrative infused with keen observation, making his account both engaging and informative. The book captures the dramatic encounters and strategic maneuvers of ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Service Afloat and Ashore During the Mexican War

    by Raphael Semmes ...
    Published in 1851, this is the history of and personal experiences of then, Lt. Raphael Semmes, U.S.N. Semmes, during the Mexican War. Semmes would later become the Captain of the infamous Confederate ship, the C.S.S. Alabama during the Civil War.-Print ed.Contains details of the battles of Mexico, and a survey of the line of operation of the U.S. Army, under the command of major-general Winfield ... Read more

    $1.38 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Memoirs of Service Afloat During the Civil War (Illustrated Edition)

    Civil War Memories Series

    by Raphael Semmes ...
    Madison & Adams Press presents the Civil War Memories Series. This meticulous selection of the firsthand accounts, memoirs and diaries is specially comprised for Civil War enthusiasts and all people curious about the personal accounts and true life stories of the unknown soldiers, the well known commanders, politicians, nurses and civilians amidst the war. "Memoirs of Service Afloat During the ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Memoirs of Service Afloat During the Civil War (Illustrated Edition) (Annotated)

    Enriched Edition. Civil War Memories Series

    by Raphael Semmes, Winter Fernwick ...
    Memoirs of Service Afloat During the Civil War is Raphael Semmes's expansive account of Confederate naval operations, especially his command of the commerce raider CSS Alabama. Combining operational narrative, legal argument, political reflection, and vivid sea writing, the memoir belongs to the nineteenth-century tradition of martial autobiography. This illustrated edition enhances a text deeply ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Cruise of the Alabama and the Sumter, both volumes in a single file

    by Raphael Semmes ...
    First-hand account of naval action during the American Civil War. From the private journals an other papers of Commander R. Semmes, C.S.N. and other officers. The advertisement to the London edition begins: "The following account of the cruise of the two Confederate States steamers--Sumter and Alabama--is taken from the private journals and other papers of Captain Semmes. It has been found ... Read more

    $1.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States

    Enriched edition. A Confederate Captain's Naval Memoir: Battles, Tactics, and History

    by Raphael Semmes, Liam Hightower ...
    In "Memoirs of Service Afloat, During the War Between the States," Raphael Semmes provides a compelling firsthand account of naval warfare during the American Civil War. Written with eloquent prose, the memoir blends vivid descriptions of naval battles with personal reflections, showcasing the complexities of honor, duty, and the brutal realities of maritime conflict. Semmes's narrative is not ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Memoirs of the Civil War Commanders

    Enriched edition. Voices of War: A Collection of Civil War Commanders' Memoirs

    by Raphael Semmes, Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, William Sherman, Ulysses Grant, Olivia Winters ...
    The Memoirs of the Civil War Commanders is a rich tapestry of personal narratives that captures the tumultuous period of the American Civil War through diverse perspectives. The anthology weaves together a range of literary styles, from the reflective and introspective to the commanding and strategic, providing a multifaceted view of one of history's most pivotal conflicts. The collection holds a ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus

  • The Collected Memoirs of the Civil War Leaders

    Enriched edition. Exploring Leadership and Conflict Through Civil War Leaders' Eyes

    by Raphael Semmes, Abraham Lincoln, Jefferson Davis, William Sherman, Ulysses Grant ...
    The Collected Memoirs of the Civil War Leaders offers an unprecedented exploration of the American Civil War, as experienced through the eyes of its pivotal figures. This anthology weaves a tapestry of narratives that capture the tumultuous era through an array of literary styles, from poignant personal reflections to strategic military analyses. Each piece resonates with the overarching themes of ... Read more

    $2.99 CAD or Free with Kobo Plus