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Describes the life and times of the well-known naval hero of the American Revolution, John Paul Jones, who was called the father of the American navy.

Presents a biography of Sir Francis Drake, the first English explorer to circumnavigate the globe, covering his battles against the Spanish Armada, exploration of America's west coast, and other achievements and adventures.

Describes the life and explorations of the seaman Francis Drake, the first Englishman to sail around the world.

A biography of British pirate and explorer Sir Francis Drake, featuring his search for riches in the Americas and his eventual voyage around the world.

Offers a brief introduction to the life and achievements of naval hero John Paul Jones.

A biography of John Paul Jones that focuses on his role in the Revolutionary War and in the development of the U.S. Navy, also discussing his work on a slave ship, the incidents that darkened his name in the West Indies, and his resurgence in fame a century after his death.

Examines the life and times of American patriot John Paul Jones, and discusses his role as a Navy captain during the Revolutionary War.

A biography of Sir Francis Drake, who was famous for his explorations and for helping to defeat the Spanish Armada.

A biography of John Paul Jones, known as the Father of the American Navy, and describes his Scottish heritage, early life at sea, and involvement in the American Revolution.

Presents a biography of Robert FitzRoy, captain of the "Beagle, " the ship on which Charles Darwin served as a naturalist, discussing his adventures and disappointments as a British Navy commander and governor of New Zealand, and examining his contributions to meteorological science.