Title: The USS Essex : and the birth of the American Navy /
Authors: Robotti, Frances Diane, 1919-; Vescovi, James.
Publisher: Adams Media Corp.,
Year: 1999
Subjects: Essex (Frigate) History.; United States History, Naval.
Abstract: The USS Essex, a thirty-two-gun frigate built in 1799 by the merchants of Salem, was known around the world for her speed and graceful lines, achieving a brilliant series of dramatic firsts for the young American navy.
Contents: Essex and the young American Navy -- Salem builds a frigate -- The shakedown cruise -- Mediterranean duty -- America defeats the Bashaw -- Porter takes command -- The glorious Pacific cruise -- Valparaiso: the final battle -- A fitting end.