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LoC No.: 06003490
Title: The Memoirs of Charles H. Cramp
Credits: E-text prepared by deaurider, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary: "The Memoirs of Charles H. Cramp" by Augustus C. Buell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and contributions of Charles Henry Cramp, a prominent figure in naval architecture and shipbuilding during a transformative period in America's maritime history. It captures his personal journey alongside the evolution of naval engineering, linking his professional milestones to key historical events and technological advancements. The opening of the memoir establishes the impressive scope of Cramp's life, highlighting his significance in the shipbuilding industry from colonial times to the late 19th century. It discusses the early development of shipbuilding in Philadelphia and the role of innovative figures like Paul Jones, setting a foundation for Cramp's eventual rise in the field. The text delves into the historical context of naval architecture, illustrating Philadelphia's importance as a shipbuilding hub, and introduces Cramp's family lineage, which was steeped in this trade. As readers embark on this memoir, they gain an appreciation for both Cramp's achievements and the rich narrative of American naval history that unfolds throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Buell, Augustus C., 1847-1904
EBook No.: 57081
Published: May 3, 2018
Downloads: 136
Language: English
Subject: Cramp, Charles Henry, 1828-1913
Subject: Naval architects -- United States -- Biography
LoCC: Naval science: Naval architecture, Shipbuilding, Marine engineering
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 06003490
Title: The Memoirs of Charles H. Cramp
Credits: E-text prepared by deaurider, Barry Abrahamsen, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary: "The Memoirs of Charles H. Cramp" by Augustus C. Buell is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book chronicles the life and contributions of Charles Henry Cramp, a prominent figure in naval architecture and shipbuilding during a transformative period in America's maritime history. It captures his personal journey alongside the evolution of naval engineering, linking his professional milestones to key historical events and technological advancements. The opening of the memoir establishes the impressive scope of Cramp's life, highlighting his significance in the shipbuilding industry from colonial times to the late 19th century. It discusses the early development of shipbuilding in Philadelphia and the role of innovative figures like Paul Jones, setting a foundation for Cramp's eventual rise in the field. The text delves into the historical context of naval architecture, illustrating Philadelphia's importance as a shipbuilding hub, and introduces Cramp's family lineage, which was steeped in this trade. As readers embark on this memoir, they gain an appreciation for both Cramp's achievements and the rich narrative of American naval history that unfolds throughout the book. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 54.1 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read.
Author: Buell, Augustus C., 1847-1904
EBook No.: 57081
Published: May 3, 2018
Downloads: 136
Language: English
Subject: Cramp, Charles Henry, 1828-1913
Subject: Naval architects -- United States -- Biography
LoCC: Naval science: Naval architecture, Shipbuilding, Marine engineering
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.