David Pupalaikis’s Reviews > Six Frigates: The Epic History of the Founding of the U.S. Navy > Status Update

The personalities of the captains are interesting, and the author weaves in the political and naval histories behind the building and use of the ships in a way to capture your interest. Currently, the USS Philadelphia has been captured by Tripolitan pirates after she ran aground. Getting ready to read how Commodore Preble handles the situation.