How Long to Read Pacific Ocean Campaign, 1842-1844

How Long Does it Take to Read Pacific Ocean Campaign, 1842-1844?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 11 minutes to read Pacific Ocean Campaign, 1842-1844 by Edward W. Taylor

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

More than 160 years ago, Edward W. Taylor penned this extraordinary journal while experiencing real life adventures as an observant young marine who guarded Commodore ap Catesby Jones, a controversial Commander of the Pacific Fleet in the mid-1800s. Shipping out aboard the flagship USS United States the very first American vessel launched by Congress the crew was proud of her speed and heritage. The vessel often out-sailed and outraced her sister ships: USS Constitution, USS Constellation, USS President, USS Chesapeake, and USS Congress. Marine Corporal Edward W. Taylor served in the capture and swift return of Monterey, CA, in 1843. A keen observer as an admirals guard, he kept a secret journal, recording private visits of native royalty, prime ministers and international diplomats, merchants and missionaries those who reigned over the Pacific at the dawn of imperial aggression. Taylors three-year journal captured an early Victorian world of naval personnel and townspeople in 19th Century Peru, Hawaii, Chile, Society Islands, Mexico, California. Taylor witnessed a flogging through the fleet, the relief of his commodores command, and deadly preparations for war. He detailed the human bonds and harsh conditions that existed among 500 men living in close quarters aboard an aging frigate thousands of miles from home. Examining a period of American history that is little known and far less documented, Taylors journal is augmented by official letters, ship logs, memoirs, and other journalists remarks. Here is proof that the worlds greatest literature is based on real life experiences. His journal intimately recounts non-fictional characters and events that were retold by novelist Herman Melville. Based on the outcome of this voyage, dueling was abolished among officers, the ration of rum was eliminated from the fleet, and flogging was permanently outlawed as naval punishment.

How long is Pacific Ocean Campaign, 1842-1844?

Pacific Ocean Campaign, 1842-1844 by Edward W. Taylor is 191 pages long, and a total of 47,941 words.

This makes it 64% the length of the average book. It also has 59% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read Pacific Ocean Campaign, 1842-1844 Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 21 minutes to read Pacific Ocean Campaign, 1842-1844 aloud.

What Reading Level is Pacific Ocean Campaign, 1842-1844?

Pacific Ocean Campaign, 1842-1844 is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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