| A Sailor's History of the U.S. Navy |  | Author: Thomas J. Cutler
Publisher: Naval Institute Press
Category: Book
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Media: Hardcover
Pages: 224
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Dimensions (in): 8.3 x 5.4 x 1.2
ISBN: 1591141516
Dewey Decimal Number: 359.00973
EAN: 9781591141518
ASIN: 1591141516
Publication Date: November 5, 2004
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Adopted by the U.S. Navy for issue to all new Sailors, A Sailors History of the U.S. Navy brings to life the events that have shaped and inspired the Navy of today while highlighting the roles of all Sailorsfrom seaman to admiral. Rather than focus entirely upon such naval icons as Stephen Decatur and Chester Nimitz, as most histories do, author Thomas J. Cutler, a retired lieutenant commander and former second class petty officer, brings to the forefront the contributions of enlisted people. Youll read about Quartermaster Peter Williams, who steered the ironclad Monitor into history, and Hospital Corpsman Tayinikia Campbell, who saved lives in USS Cole after she was struck by terrorists in Yemen. Unlike most histories, A Sailors History is arranged thematically rather than chronologically. Chapters are built around the Navys core values of honor, courage, and commitment, its traditions of "Dont Tread on Me" and "Dont Give Up the Ship," and other significant aspects of the Navy. As Cutler states in his preface, the book is not a whitewash. He includes mistakes and defeats along with the achievements and victories as he draws a portrait of a Navy growing stronger and smarter while turning tragedy into triumph. The result is a unique account that captures the Navys heritage as much as its history and provides inspiration as well as information while emphasizing that most essential element of naval history: the Sailor.
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 A Great book for any and all... August 26, 2005
B. Kelley (Port Hueneme, CA)
13 out of 13 found this review helpful
I found this book while doing some Amazon searches for Navy material. I came across this book and for a few weeks didn't order it, then once I did WOW!!I wish I wouldn't have waited. I have been in the Navy for 14 years now and love being a Sailor although lately have wished I could be doing more during this challenging time. This book gives the best defination of The Navy's core values of Honor, Courage, and Commitment it helped me to realize that even during war-time,even the little things done are important and needed, and that standing up for what you belive in even when you are the minority represent honor, courage, and commitment. This book was not only informative but it was done in an entertaining way. I have even bought 2 more to give to my Chief and Master Chief who I know will be able to appreciate this great book!!
 A great book for recruits or people thinking about joining the Navy March 23, 2009
T. E. Dunn
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
It was a fun to read history book that doesn't plod its way through history chronologically. Culter did a great job teaching history while telling stories. These stories from give a basis of traditions and relay core values. He uses Navy jargon in way that teaches the reader how to relate to the unique language spoken by sailors.
A great primer on US Navy history that is a very easy read and doesn't get bogged down in details. Core values are relayed in a way that make you proud to be associated with the US Navy.
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