Craig Symond's Lincoln and His Admirals February 10, 2009

Lincoln transformed himself into one of the greatest naval strategists of his age and came to preside over the largest national armada the U.S. had ever had. In Lincoln and His Admirals, prize-winning historian Craig L. Symonds unveils this previously unexamined aspect of Lincoln’s presidency, showing how the activities of the Union Navy under President Lincoln ultimately affected the course of history.

A unique and riveting portrait of Lincoln and the admirals under his command, Lincoln and His Admirals offers an illuminating account of Lincoln and the nation at war. In the bicentennial year of Lincoln's birth, it offers a memorable portrait of a side of his presidency often overlooked by historians.

Part of the Navy Memorial’s “Authors on Deck” Series of Navy-related Book Lectures, Craig Symonds will read excerpts from his newly published book, Lincoln and His Admirals, followed by Q&A and book signing.

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