Memoirs and Correspondence of Admiral Lord de Saumarez, Vol. I
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Set in the late 18th and early 19th centuries, this volume presents a biographical account of Admiral James Lord de Saumarez, a prominent figure in British naval history. Authored by Sir John Ross, the work combines personal memoirs and correspondence to document Saumarez's life, focusing on his naval service during the American War of Independence and the Napoleonic Wars. It includes genealogical details of the Saumarez family and features original letters and documents that offer insight into his military engagements, leadership, and the political context of the time.
The volume aims to provide an authentic portrayal of Saumarez’s career through primary sources, reflecting the ship-based conflicts and strategic challenges faced by the Royal Navy during a period of significant maritime conflict. The work is a historical biography that situates the Admiral’s personal experiences within the broader scope of British naval operations and diplomatic relations of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
The volume aims to provide an authentic portrayal of Saumarez’s career through primary sources, reflecting the ship-based conflicts and strategic challenges faced by the Royal Navy during a period of significant maritime conflict. The work is a historical biography that situates the Admiral’s personal experiences within the broader scope of British naval operations and diplomatic relations of the late 18th and early 19th centuries.
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The ERRATA given in this edition and the remaining corrections made are indicated by dotted lines under the corrections. Scroll the mouse over the word and the original text will appear . View larger image Frontispiece. Portrait of Rear-admiral Sir James Saumarez, taken after the battle of the 12th July 1801. MEMOIRS AND CORRESPONDENCE OF ADMIRAL LORD DE SAUMAREZ. FROM ORIGINAL PAPERS IN POSSESSION OF THE FAMILY. BY SIR JOHN ROSS, C.B. K.S.A. K.C.S. F.R.A.S. CAPTAIN IN THE ROYAL NAVY. IN TWO VOLUMES. VOL. I. LONDON: RICHARD BENTLEY, NEW BURLINGTON STREET, Publisher in Ordinary to her Majesty. 1838. LONDON: PRINTED BY SAMUEL, BENTLEY, Dorset Street, Fleet Street. CONTENTS OF THE FIRST VOLUME Genealogy of the family of Saumarez.—Curious Record.—Branches of the late family.—Marriage of the late Lord de Saumarez. Commencement of his Career.—His Education.—dash;Visit of the Duke of Gloucester to Guernsey.—Decides for the Navy.—Is put on the Solebay's books.—School at London.—Embarks in the Montreal.—Winchelsea, Pembroke, Levant.—Smyrna.—Returns home.—Passes for Lieutenant.—Embarks in the Bristol.—Proposal to leave the Navy.—Attack on Fort Sullivan.—Gallant Conduct.—Is made Lieutenant.—Bristol, Chatham, Lady Parker.—Commands the Spitfire.—Rhode Island.—Many Engagements.—War with France.—Appearance of the French Fleet under D'Estaing.—Spitfire burnt.—Appearance of Lord Howe. Serves ashore.—Returns to England in the Leviathan.—Providential escape from shipwreck.—Visits Guernsey.—Joins the Victory.—journey to London.—Joins the Fortitude.—Battle Bank.—Anecdotes of Admiral Parker.—Lieut. Saumarez promoted to the rank of Master and Commander.—Appointed to the Tisiphone.—Sails for the West Indies with Admiral Kempenfelt.—Action with Comte de Guichen.—Captures a French ship of thirty-six guns.—Is despatched to Sir Samuel Hood.—Arrives at Barbadoes.—Escapes from two French men-of-war.—Passes through an intricate channel.—Joins Sir Samuel Hood.—Gallant conduct in cutting out a vessel.—Tisiphone ordered home.—Fortunate exchange with Captain Stanhope.—Takes command of the Russel. Situation of the Hostile Fleets.—Surrender of Brimstone Hill.—Junction of the Fleets.—Antigua.—St. Lucia.—Sailing of the French Fleet under Comte de Grasse.—Action of the 9th of April.—12th of April.—Gallant conduct of the Russel.—-Captain Saumarez returns to Jamaica.—Comes to England with Convoy.—Is paid off at Chatham, and confirmed a Post-captain. Captain Saumarez returns to Guernsey.—His exemplary Conduct.—Visits Cherbourg.—Is introduced to the French King.—Returns.—Changes at
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