“Sketches of American naval men of note, giving biographical details and dwelling on their contribution to the navy. Prepared primarily for midshipmen by two Annapolis instructors, it contains useful material in readable form. Contents: The navy and tradition; John Paul Jones; Decatur; Macdonough; Perry; Maury; Dahlgren; Farragut; Porter; Luce; Mahan; Dewey; Sampson; Makers of tradition during the world war; Makers of tradition of our day.” – – A.L.A.Catalog 1926