Charles Wilkes and the Exploration of Inland Washington Waters

Charles Wilkes and the Exploration of Inland Washington Waters
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Publisher : McFarland
Total Pages : 321
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ISBN-10 : 9780786453979
ISBN-13 : 0786453974
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Book Synopsis Charles Wilkes and the Exploration of Inland Washington Waters by : Richard W. Blumenthal

Download or read book Charles Wilkes and the Exploration of Inland Washington Waters written by Richard W. Blumenthal and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2009-09-12 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A follow-up to the editor's two previous collections of primary documents of maritime history in the Pacific Northwest, this book reproduces the journals and narratives of Charles Wilkes, an experienced nautical surveyor who led the U.S. Exploring Expedition through inland Washington waters in 1841, and ten of his crewmen. Special attention is given to the many placenames that Wilkes originated.


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