Official Letters of the Military and Naval Officers of the United States During the War with Great Britain in the Years 1812, 13, 14, & 15

Washington, DC: Way & Gideon, 1823. First edition, "With some additional letters and documents elucidating the history of that period." A scarce early documentary source, publishing material relating to the antecedents of the war, as well as the actual battles. Includes Hull's account of "Guerriere," Elliott on capture of "Detroit" and "Caledonia," Bainbridge on "Java," Perry on his victory at Lake Erie, Rogers' account of the cruise of the "President," James A. Evans - surgeon aboard "Constitution" on treatment of British prisoners, Porter's account of the cruise of the "Essex," and much more. Howes B-722. Sabin 7411. Neeser 8002. Smith II 602. Text tanned and foxed. Bound in full marbled calf, rebacked with spine label, endpapers renewed.. 21 cm. 510 pp.