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Running the Blockade / A Personal Narrative of Adventures, Risks, and Escapes During the American Civil War

By Thomas E. Taylor
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A first-person account of repeated attempts to run a naval blockade during the American Civil War, recounting dangerous escapes, calculated risks, and the practical organisation of systematic blockade-running operations. Alongside vivid adventure, the work analyses blockade practice, distinguishing military and commercial blockades, exploring legal questions about effective blockade and contraband, and describing tactics used by blockaders such as cruising far from and near departure points and attempts to control neutral harbors. The narrative is supplemented by maps and illustrations and aims to combine personal memoir with practical lessons for naval strategy.

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Thomas E. Taylor

Thomas E. Taylor was an American author known for his vivid recounting of personal experiences during the American Civil War. His notable work, "Running the Blockade / A Personal Narrative of Adventures, Risks, and Escapes During the American Civil War," provides a firsthand perspective on the challenges and dangers faced by individuals during this tumultuous period. Through his narrative, Taylor captures the essence of resilience and the human spirit amidst conflict, contributing to the literary heritage of Civil War literature.

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