""Blue Jackets of 1812"" is a comprehensive historical account of the naval battles fought between the United States and Great Britain during the Second War. Written by Willis J. Abbot, the book also includes an account of the French War of 1798, which serves as a preface to the main narrative. The book covers the major naval battles of the war, including the Battle of Lake Erie, the Battle of Lake Champlain, and the Battle of New Orleans. Abbot provides detailed descriptions of the ships, tactics, and strategies used by both sides, as well as the key individuals involved in the conflict. The book also explores the impact of the war on the development of the US Navy and the nation as a whole. Overall, ""Blue Jackets of 1812"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in American naval history or the War of 1812.1887. With illustrations by W.C. Jackson and H.W. McVickar. Partial Contents: The Gathering of the War-Cloud; War with France; Proposed Reduction of the Navy; The War on the Ocean; An International Debate; Bainbridge takes Command of the Constitution; The War on the Lakes; On the Ocean; Decatur Blockaded at New York; Cruise of the Essex; War with the Savages; Capture of the Surveyor; On the Lakes; On the Ocean; Operations on the New England Coast; Desultory Hostilities on the Ocean; and Privateers and Prisons of the War.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.