Six frigates the epic history of the founding of the U.S. Navy
Describes the origins and early history of the American Navy, discussing the debates by the founding fathers over the need for a permanent military, the decision to construct six heavy frigates, the campaign against Tripoli, and the War of 1812.
| Main Author: | Toll, Ian W. |
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| Other Authors: | Lang, Stephen, 1952- |
| Format: | Audiobooks Audiobook (CD) |
| Language: | English |
| Published: |
New York :
Simon & Schuster Audio,
p2006.
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| Subjects: |
| Summary: |
Describes the origins and early history of the American Navy, discussing the debates by the founding fathers over the need for a permanent military, the decision to construct six heavy frigates, the campaign against Tripoli, and the War of 1812. |
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| Item Description: |
Abridged. Subtitle from container. |
| Physical Description: |
6 sound discs (ca. 7 hrs.) : digital ; 4 3/4 in. |
| ISBN: |
0743536843 (audio book on CD) 9780743536844 (audio book on CD) |
| Author Notes: |
Stephen Lang 's Broadway credits include Wait Until Dark, A Few Good Men, The Speed of Darkness (Tony and Outer Critics noms), and Death of A Salesman (Drama Desk nom). Among his feature films are Last Exit to Brooklyn, Tombstone, Gettysburg, and Manhunter. His television work includes, The Fugitive, Crime Story, Babe Ruth, and Death of A Salesman. |