The Ships of the United States Navy and Their Sponsors 1797-1913 is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed account of the ships that were built for the United States Navy and the individuals who sponsored them. Written by Edith Wallace Benham, the book covers a period of over a century, from the founding of the Navy in 1797 to the end of the pre-World War I era in 1913.The book is divided into two main sections. The first section provides an overview of the history of ship sponsorship in the United States Navy, including the role of sponsors in shipbuilding and the various ceremonies and traditions associated with ship sponsorship. The second section of the book is a detailed catalog of all the ships that were sponsored during this period, arranged chronologically.Each entry in the catalog includes a brief history of the ship, its specifications, and a description of the sponsor and the sponsorship ceremony. The book also includes numerous photographs and illustrations of the ships, as well as portraits of many of the sponsors.Overall, The Ships of the United States Navy and Their Sponsors 1797-1913 is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the United States Navy, shipbuilding, or American history in general. Its detailed descriptions and comprehensive coverage make it a must-read for anyone looking to learn more about this fascinating period in American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.