America's Anchor: A Naval History of the Delaware River and Bay, Cradle of the United States Navy - Paperback
America's Anchor: A Naval History of the Delaware River and Bay, Cradle of the United States Navy - Paperback
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by Kennard R. Wiggins (Author)
"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. Dozens of historic images and four appendices are included"--
Front Jacket
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.
Author Biography
Kennard R. Wiggins, Jr., is a retired military officer and the author of five regional military history books. He lives in Elkton, Maryland.
