Reviews

"At last, a narrative on the incredible saga of the Republic of Texas Navy. Overlooked and forgotten for more than 160 years, its commander, Commodore Edwin Ward Moore, has been brought back to life and recognized as the greatest hero and naval tactician since John Paul Jones. Jonathan Jordan is to be complimented for filling a huge gap in American history."—Clive Cussler, author of The Sea Hunters: True Adventures with Famous Shipwrecks

"This is the most comprehensive work I have read on the Texas Navy. The depth of research and thoughtful analysis exceeds the old classics. Jonathan W. Jordan has a fine writing style that makes the work very readable, and his understanding of nautical terminology and the working of sailing ships adds credibility. Mr. Jordan demonstrates an excellent understanding of Texas’s internal and external politics, which makes this work essential for both the buff and the professional historian."—Robert L. Scheina, author of Santa Anna: A Curse Upon Mexico

"Jon Jordan’s study overshadows all others on the subject."—Walter P. Nass, chief information officer, Texas Navy Association

"Jonathan Jordan has told a fascinating story with great clarity. I particularly admire his explications of the domestic and international political situations. His descriptions of the naval battles are easy to follow."—Michael Crawford, author of The Early Republic and the Sea: Essays on the Naval and Maritime History of the Early United States

"An exceptionally thorough and deeply researched history of an overlooked but significant military force that helped win Texan independence from Mexico. A well-told story as well as solid history."—Robert M. Utley, author of Lone Star Justice: The First Century of the Texas Rangers

"Jordan combines the historian’s discriminating eye for facts with the writer’s art for the story. Seldom does one see a historical subject covered in such depth without getting dull, but Jordan pulls it off beautifully."—James L. Haley, author of Sam Houston