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Commander: The Life and Exploits of Britain's Greatest Frigate Captain
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The story follows Edward Pellew, a remarkable captain who rose from a challenging childhood to become a legendary British frigate leader. Known for his daring exploits and victories aboard the Indefatigable, he garnered public admiration but also made powerful enemies due to his confrontational nature. His final command involved an audacious mission against the Barbary States to liberate thousands of European slaves, a task many deemed impossible. Pellew's leadership and determination mirrored that of his contemporary, Nelson, as he embarked on this perilous journey.
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Commander: The Life and Exploits of Britain's Greatest Frigate Captain, Stephen Taylor
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- Released
- 2013
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- Title
- Commander: The Life and Exploits of Britain's Greatest Frigate Captain
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Stephen Taylor
- Publisher
- W. W. Norton & Company
- Released
- 2013
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 384
- ISBN13
- 9780393347067
- Category
- History, World history, Military, Biographies and Thoughts
- Description
- The story follows Edward Pellew, a remarkable captain who rose from a challenging childhood to become a legendary British frigate leader. Known for his daring exploits and victories aboard the Indefatigable, he garnered public admiration but also made powerful enemies due to his confrontational nature. His final command involved an audacious mission against the Barbary States to liberate thousands of European slaves, a task many deemed impossible. Pellew's leadership and determination mirrored that of his contemporary, Nelson, as he embarked on this perilous journey.