The Log Of The Alabama And The Sumter: From The Private Journals And Other Papers Of Commander R. Semmes, And Other Officers

by Raphael Semmes

""The Log of the Alabama and the Sumter"" is a historical book based on the private journals and other papers of Commander R. Semmes and other officers. The book provides a detailed account of the two Confederate warships, the Alabama and the Sumter, during the American Civil War. It includes information about their voyages, battles, and captures of Union ships. The author, Raphael Semmes, was the commander of both ships and provides a personal perspective on the events that took place. The book also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the locations and events described. Published in 1865, ""The Log of the Alabama and the Sumter"" is a valuable resource for those interested in the history of the Civil War and naval warfare.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.

312 pages, Paperback

Published November 26, 2008

About the author

Raphael Semmes was an officer in the Confederate navy during the American Civil War. Prior to this, he had been a serving officer in the United States Navy from 1826 through 1860.