Publisher's Synopsis
Confidential Correspondence Of Gustavus Vasa Fox V1: Assistant Secretary Of The Navy, 1861-1865 (1918) is a historical book written by Gustavus Vasa Fox. The book is a compilation of confidential correspondence that Fox wrote during his tenure as the Assistant Secretary of the Navy from 1861 to 1865. This book is a primary source of information about the American Civil War and the role of the Navy in it. Fox's correspondence covers a wide range of topics, including the procurement of ships and weapons, naval strategy, and the politics of the war. The book provides insights into the decision-making process of the Navy during the Civil War and the challenges that it faced.The book is divided into several chapters, each covering a different aspect of the war. The first chapter provides an overview of Fox's role as the Assistant Secretary of the Navy, while the subsequent chapters delve into specific topics such as the blockade of the southern ports, the capture of New Orleans, and the battle of Mobile Bay.The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to readers who are not familiar with the technical aspects of naval warfare. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Civil War or the role of the Navy in it.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.
