Cruise and Captures of the Alabama (Illustrated)

This vintage book has been found with original illustrations and has been digitally edited and converted to downloadable format. A great classic for the home or classroom, an interesting old-fashioned reference book, and an outstanding find.

PREFACE.
The publication of the naval records of the Rebellion, both Union and Confederate, makes it possible to take a comprehensive view of the career of the famous cruiser. In addition to these, Captain Semmes kept a diary, which after the close of the war he expanded into a very full memoir. Various officers of the vessel also kept diaries, and wrote accounts of their adventures, The long report of the Geneva Tribunal of Arbitration, and various consular reports contain a great deal of information in regard to the Alabama’s inception and operations. All this voluminous material has been gone over with care in the preparation of this volume, and the facts are set forth in a trustworthy, and it is hoped also, in a readable form.