America's Anchor: A Naval History of the Delaware River and Bay, Cradle of the United States Navy

by Kennard R. Wiggins Jr.

Overview

This naval history of the Delaware Estuary spans three centuries, from the arrival of the Europeans to the end of the World War II. The author describes the shipbuilders and infrastructure, and the ships and men who sailed this surprisingly active waterway in peace and in war. From Philadelphia to the Delaware Capes, the story of the nascent U.S. Navy and key historical figures emerges. Dozens of historic images and four appendices are included.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9781476671970
Publisher:	McFarland & Company, Incorporated Publishers
Publication date:	02/04/2019
Pages:	296
Product dimensions:	6.90(w) x 9.90(h) x 0.70(d)
Age Range:	18 Years

About the Author

Kennard R. Wiggins, Jr., is a retired military officer and the author of five regional military history books. He lives in Elkton, Maryland.

Table of Contents

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments
Preface
Introduction
One. Delaware River and Bay Maritime Heritage
Two. Creating an American Navy
Three. Maintaining American Sovereignty and Independence
Four. Years of Peace and Development
Five. The Civil War
Six. Years of National Expansion, 1865–1914
Seven. The Great War, 1914–1918, and through 1925
Eight. World War II
Appendix 1: Delaware Valley Sailor and Marine Medal of Honor Recipients
Appendix 2: ­Delaware-Built Civil War Vessels
Appendix 3: ­Post–Civil War, ­Wilmington-Built Ships, 1871–1917
Appendix 4: Ships of World War I from Delaware Shipyards
Chapter Notes
Bibliography
Index

Editorial Reviews

[Wiggins] clear and concise writing style makes for an enjoyable read, and the book includes a vast array of interesting and insightful information about the colorful ships, men, and deeds that contributed to the progress of the United States Navy in both war and peace.”—The Nautical Research Journal

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