Excerpt from Heroes of the Storm
Many friends of W. D. O'connor have mani fested their interest in bringing to the attention of the general public the graphic stories of Ameri can heroism which are contained in this volume. Among these friends was Charles W. Eldridge, formerly of the publishing house of Thayer and Eldridge, Boston, and afterward connected with the Treasury Department at Washington. Out of loyalty to o'connor's memory, Mr. Eldridge un dertook the considerable task of examining all of o'connor's contributions to the Annual Reports of the life-saving Service, and of selecting those best adapted for republication. The preparation of the volume for the press was nearly completed at the time of Mr. Eldridge's death in 1903, and the publishers of Heroes of the Storm desire to express their Obligation to the service which Mr.
Eldridge's affectionate admiration for his friend led him to perform.
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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book recounts intriguing stories of heroism and daring rescues performed by the United States Life-Saving Service from the mid-1800s through the late 1800s. It sheds light on the service's formation and evolution, highlighting its vital role in saving lives during a time when shipwrecks were common. The author provides gripping accounts of perilous rescues, detailing the extraordinary courage and skill of the life-saving crews as they battled treacherous conditions to save those in distress. Through these stories, the book explores the themes of bravery, resilience, and the profound impact of human compassion in the face of adversity. Ultimately, it celebrates the invaluable contributions of these unsung heroes and their enduring legacy in shaping the history of maritime safety. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Nº de ref. del artículo: 9781332332465_0
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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. Nº de ref. del artículo: LW-9781332332465
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