"If our first struggle was that of our infancy, this last was that of our youth; and the issue of both, wisely improved, may long postpone if not forever prevent a necessity for exerting the strength of our manhood.".......James Madison

ABOUT THIS BOOK

"In 1812: The Navy's War, prizewinning historian George C Daughan tells the thrilling story of how a handful of heroic captains and their stalwart crews overcame spectacular odds to lead the country to victory against the world's greatest imperial power. A stunning contribution to military and national history, "1812: The Navy's War" is the first complete account in more than a century of how the U.S. Navy rescued the fledgling nation and secured America's future. " ...... Perseus Books.

Feb 17, 2012

Portland (Maine) Public Library

The Constitution in action
On Wednesday, February 22 at noon I'll be speaking at the Brown Bag Lecture Series at the Portland Public Library in Portland, Maine. I'll be speaking and answering your questions about the War of 1812 at the Congress St Location. Many of you have already read the book so come prepared with your questions and your book if you would like to have it autographed. If you haven't read the book yet Longfellow Books will be there with copies to purchase.