In Rebels at Sea, bestselling historian Eric Jay Dolin brings to light the forgotten heroes of the American Revolution—the daring privateers who proved critical to the young nation’s victory. While the story of the Continental Navy is well known, the thousands of privately owned vessels authorized to seize British ships have largely been overlooked. Dolin shows how these privateers, from small whaleboats to full-rigged ships, captured nearly 1,800 British vessels, supplied American forces, and helped bring France into the war.
Rebels at Sea explores the lives of these men—ship owners, captains, and crew—who faced harsh conditions, British prison hulks, and deadly battles, yet remained fiercely patriotic. Dolin introduces readers to forgotten heroes like Captain Jonathan Haraden and Offin Boardman, revealing a vivid and thrilling picture of naval warfare, entrepreneurship, and courage during America’s fight for independence.
This book offers a new perspective on the Revolutionary War, celebrating the privateers’ daring exploits and their vital contribution to securing American freedom.
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Format: Hardcover
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Focus: American privateers, Revolutionary War naval history, Continental Navy, maritime warfare, forgotten heroes
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Audience: History enthusiasts, Revolutionary War readers, maritime history buffs, students
This edition includes a Mount Vernon bookplate signed by the author, making it a unique collectible.
