The wreck on the Andamans : being a narrative of the very remarkable…
"The Wreck on the Andamans" by Joseph Darvall is a historical narrative written in the mid-19th century. This account details the extraordinary survival and eventual rescue of soldiers and sailors from the troop ships Runnymede and Briton, which were wrecked on the Andaman Islands in November 1844. It highlights themes of perseverance, leadership, and the human spirit in the face of adversity during maritime disasters. The book recounts the harrowing journey of
the Runnymede and Briton as they encounter a severe hurricane leading to their wreck. The soldiers and sailors bravely endure the tumultuous sea conditions and the subsequent challenges they face on a desolate island. With a focus on both the tribulations and the camaraderie among the crew, the narrative unfolds their various efforts to survive, communicate with nearby vessels, and ultimately secure a rescue. The story is an inspiring testament to the cool-headedness and bravery of those involved, reflecting on human resilience amid disaster and the unexpected twists of fate that lead to salvation. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Darvall, Joseph, -1859 |
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| Title | The wreck on the Andamans : being a narrative of the very remarkable preservation and ultimate deliverance, of the soldiers and seamen, who formed the ships' companies of the Runnymede and Briton troop-ships, both wrecked on the morning of the 12th of November, 1844, upon one of the Andaman Islands, in the Bay of Bengal |
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| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 68.7 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | G: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation |
| Subject | Briton (Ship) |
| Subject | Runnymede (Ship) |
| Subject | Shipwrecks -- India -- Andaman and Nicobar Islands |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28388 |
| Release Date | Mar 22, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 137 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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