George Anson Libros
Este autor dejó una marca imborrable en la historia naval, reconocido por su destreza de mando y su celo reformista. Su carrera abarcó batallas cruciales y expediciones audaces, incluida una circunnavegación del globo. Tras pasar del servicio activo, se convirtió en una figura central en la administración, impulsando cambios significativos. Sus reformas reforzaron la disciplina, mejoraron la atención y estandarizaron las fuerzas navales, asegurando su legado duradero.
The Taking of the Galleon, From Lord Anson's Voyage
- 136 páginas
- 5 horas de lectura
A Voyage Round the World, in the Years 1740, 41, 42, 43, 44 (Compiled by R. Walter)
- 636 páginas
- 23 horas de lectura
Join Admiral George Anson on his epic circumnavigation of the globe in the mid-18th century. Anson's gripping account of his journey, which includes encounters with pirates, storms, and exotic cultures, is a true classic of travel literature. With detailed maps and illustrations, this edition of A Voyage Round the World offers readers a unique glimpse into a bygone era of exploration and adventure.
A Voyage Round the World, in the Years 1740, 41, 42, 43, 44
- 154 páginas
- 6 horas de lectura
A Voyage Round the World
- 374 páginas
- 14 horas de lectura
Set against the backdrop of the War of Jenkins' Ear, this narrative chronicles Commodore George Anson's perilous voyage to attack Spanish territories in South America. Despite facing dire challenges like severe weather and scurvy, Anson's flagship completed a historic circumnavigation of the globe, while most of his squadron met tragic fates. Highlighted by the capture of a treasure galleon, the account, recorded by Anson's chaplain Richard Walter, became a sensational publication in 1748, offering an exhilarating and poignant tale of adventure and resilience.