This gripping account of the Battle of St. Vincent, fought between the British and Spanish fleets in 1797, offers a vivid portrayal of naval warfare in the age of sail. Written by eyewitnesses to the battle, this book provides a thrilling and informative read for anyone interested in military history or the age of sail. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.