The Last Fight Of The Revenge : And The Death Of Sir Richard Grenville, A.D. 1591
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""The Last Fight of the Revenge; and the Death of Sir Richard Grenville, A.D. 1591"" is a historical account written by Sir Walter Raleigh, chronicling the final battle of the English ship, Revenge, against a fleet of Spanish ships in 1591. The book tells the story of Sir Richard Grenville, the captain of the Revenge, who valiantly fought against overwhelming odds and refused to surrender, even when his ship was severely damaged and most of his crew had been killed or wounded. The book also provides a detailed account of the battle itself, including the tactics used by both the English and Spanish fleets. The book is considered a classic work of naval history and is often cited as an example of English bravery and determination in the face of adversity. Raleigh's vivid descriptions of the battle and his portrayal of Grenville as a heroic figure have made this book a popular read for history enthusiasts and naval buffs alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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- ISBN-13: 9781432549350
- ISBN-10: 1432549359
- Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- Publish Date: April 2007
- Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.33 inches
- Shipping Weight: 0.47 pounds
- Page Count: 140
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