Narrative Of The Voyages And Services Of The Nemesis V1

The book ""Narrative Of The Voyages And Services Of The Nemesis V1"" is a detailed account of the voyages and services of the British steamship Nemesis during the First Opium War between China and Britain in the mid-19th century. The author, W.D. Bernard, was a naval officer who served on board the Nemesis during the war and provides a firsthand account of the ship's activities.The book is divided into several chapters, each detailing a specific voyage or battle that the Nemesis was involved in. The author describes the ship's construction and capabilities, as well as its role in the British navy's campaign against the Chinese. He also provides insight into the political and social context of the war, including the opium trade and the tensions between China and Britain.Throughout the book, the author provides vivid descriptions of the battles and skirmishes in which the Nemesis was involved, including the capture of several Chinese junks and the destruction of forts and batteries along the coast. He also describes the challenges and dangers faced by the crew, including disease, harsh weather conditions, and attacks by Chinese forces.Overall, ""Narrative Of The Voyages And Services Of The Nemesis V1"" provides a fascinating account of a pivotal moment in British naval history and sheds light on the complex political and social issues surrounding the First Opium 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.