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| Author | Decatur, Stephen, 1779-1820 |
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| Author | Barron, James, 1769-1851 |
| Title | Correspondence, between the late Commodore Stephen Decatur and Commodore James Barron, which led to the unfortunate meeting of the twenty-second of March |
| Note | Reading ease score: 54.7 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Correspondence, between the late Commodore Stephen Decatur and Commodore James Barron, which led to the unfortunate meeting of the Twenty Second of March" is a historical account published in the early 19th century. The book contains an exchange of letters between two notable naval officers, Stephen Decatur and James Barron, focusing on a personal dispute that ultimately escalated into a duel. The correspondence reveals the nature of their conflict, which revolves around accusations, perceived insults, and honor, indicative of the strict codes of conduct and personal honor that characterized the military ethos of the time. In the book, the letters chronicle the progression of the animosity between Decatur and Barron, stemming from a series of misunderstandings and accusations regarding character and professional conduct. The correspondence highlights initial inquiries about alleged insults, which escalate into serious charges of betrayal and treachery. As tension builds, both men exchange pointed retorts, revealing deep-seated grievances and justifications for their mutual contempt. Ultimately, the correspondence culminates in a challenge to a duel, illustrating the period's complex interplay of honor among military officers. Through these letters, the reader gains insight into personal rivalries and the stringent social codes that governed honor and reputation in early American naval history. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E300: History: America: Revolution to the Civil War (1783-1861) |
| Subject | Decatur, Stephen, 1779-1820 -- Correspondence |
| Subject | Barron, James, 1769-1851 -- Correspondence |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 34393 |
| Release Date | Nov 22, 2010 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 66 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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