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Life of Rear Admiral John Randolph Tucker

By James Henry Rochelle
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The biography traces a naval officer's life from early U.S. Navy service and Mexican War through resignation at Virginia's secession, detailed Confederate naval commands and engagements (including armored and ironclad actions, Hampton Roads, Drewry's Bluff, Charleston), capture and parole, then international service as a Peruvian rear admiral commanding allied fleets and later presidency of a hydrographical commission that explored the Upper Amazon (including expeditions on the Yavarí, Ucayali, Tambo, Pachitea, Pichis and Huallaga rivers), and concludes with appended navigational notes on the Amazon and a biographical sketch of the author.

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James Henry Rochelle

James Henry Rochelle was an author known for his biographical work, particularly "Life of Rear Admiral John Randolph Tucker." This book offers insights into the life and career of Tucker, a notable figure in the United States Navy. Rochelle's writing contributes to the understanding of naval history and the personal narratives of military leaders. While not widely recognized in the broader literary canon, his work serves as a valuable resource for those interested in maritime history and the biographies of influential military figures.

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