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Norway, Arthur H. (Arthur Hamilton)
1859
1938
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History of the Post-Office Packet Service between the years 1793-1815
Compiled from Records, Chiefly Official
E-text prepared by Richard Tonsing, deaurider, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
"History of the Post-Office Packet Service between the years 1793-1815" by Arthur H. Norway is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book delves into the intricate history of the Post-Office Packet Service, particularly focusing on its operations during a time marked by significant naval engagements and changing political climates. It sheds light on the importance of this service for communication during the age of wars and conflicts, highlighting its role in shipping mail and goods, as well as the perilous journeys faced by its commanders and crews. The opening of the work presents an introductory exploration of the Post-Office Packet Service, emphasizing its integral connection to England's historical narrative and its establishment in Falmouth. It discusses the reasons for choosing Falmouth as a key operational point and provides an overview of the service's development and significance within the local economy and society. Furthermore, it reveals the lively atmosphere in the town as residents eagerly awaited the arrival of Packets, showcasing the cultural importance of this service in terms of connections to the wider world. The text sets a foundation that promises detailed accounts of voyages, battles, and the daily lives of those involved in this unique maritime service. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 61.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Postal service -- Great Britain -- History
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Category: History - British
Category: History - Modern (1750+)
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