The Story Of Commodore John Barry, Father Of The American Navy (1908) is a biographical book written by Martin I. J. Griffin. The book tells the story of Commodore John Barry, who is considered the father of the American Navy. The book provides a comprehensive account of Barry's life, from his early years in Ireland to his rise as an American naval hero.The book covers Barry's early life in Ireland, his immigration to the United States, and his service in the Continental Navy during the American Revolution. The book also details Barry's role in the establishment of the United States Navy and his service as its first commissioned officer.The book provides a detailed account of Barry's naval battles, including his famous victory over the British ship HMS Atlanta. The book also covers Barry's personal life, including his marriage and family.Throughout the book, Griffin portrays Barry as a heroic figure who played a crucial role in the establishment of the American Navy. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the American Navy or the American Revolution.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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