My Adventures Afloat: A Personal Memoir of My Cruises and Services in 'the Sumter' and 'alabama'
- 856 pages
- 30 hours of reading
This book is a first-hand account of the naval experiences of Raphael Semmes, a commander in the Confederate States Navy during the American Civil War era. The book provides a detailed analysis of naval tactics, strategy, and life on board during that period. History enthusiasts, naval personnel, and researchers will find this a valuable primary source of information on that period of American history.
