The Story of the American Merchant Marine

John Randolph Spears

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Anson Street Press
29 March 2025

History of the Americas; Transport industries; Ships & shipping: general interest

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""The Story of the American Merchant Marine"" by John Randolph Spears chronicles the vital history of the United States Merchant Marine. From its earliest days to its pivotal role in shaping American commerce and defense, this book explores the evolution of seafaring and shipbuilding in the United States.

Delve into the fascinating world of ships and the individuals who dedicated their lives to the sea. Discover the challenges, triumphs, and transformations that defined the American Merchant Marine, contributing significantly to the nation's economic and strategic power.

Spears provides a comprehensive overview of maritime history, illuminating the essential role of the Merchant Marine in connecting America to the world. This meticulously prepared print edition offers a timeless narrative for anyone interested in the history of transportation, American industry, and the compelling story of ships and the sea.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: John Randolph Spears
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 11mm
Weight: 286g
ISBN: 9781023337274
ISBN 10: 1023337274
Pages: 200
Publication Date: 29 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active