This is an incredible account of the life and experiences of Admiral George Brydges Rodney. He was a British naval officer famous for his commands in the American War of Independence and his triumph over the French at the Battle of the Saintes in 1782. The key battles in which Rodney participated are covered accurately in this book. In addition, the writing style is unbiased and easy to understand. As a result, one can quickly grasp the intricacies of the battles and the contribution of the navy. Since the life of Rodney cannot be separated from the tumultuous period he lived in, this work also presents the history of that time.

Contents include:

Family and Early Career

Service as Captain till 1752

Marriage, the Press-gang, and the Flag

Flag Rank and Parliament

Sixteen Years of Peace

The Relief of Gibraltar

The West Indies

The Campaign of 1780

St. Eustatius

Rodney's Stay in England

To April 12th

The Breaking of the Line

The End