The Men of the Merchant Service

The Men of the Merchant Service

Frank Thomas Bullen

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Anson Street Press
Año de edición:
2025
Materia
Historia marítima
ISBN:
9781023428422
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'The Men of the Merchant Service: Being the polity of the mercantile marine for ’longshore readers' by Frank Thomas Bullen offers a compelling glimpse into the world of merchant mariners. This historical work explores the lives, duties, and societal structure of the merchant navy. Bullen, with an educator’s eye, provides a detailed account of the merchant service, painting a vivid picture of sea life and the challenges faced by sailors in the maritime industry.Delve into the vital role of shipping and merchant seamen throughout history. From the intricacies of shipbuilding to the daily routines aboard vessels, this book offers a comprehensive overview of the mercantile marine. A valuable resource for anyone interested in maritime history, the book sheds light on a crucial aspect of transportation and the men who dedicated their lives to it. A timeless chronicle of a bygone era, this meticulously prepared edition ensures the stories of these unsung heroes continue to resonate.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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