The Flag Captain
The Flag Captain by Alexander Kent is a historical fiction novel published by Globe Pequot Publishing on October 1, 1999. This reprint edition spans 384 pages and is presented in English. Set in April 1797, the story unfolds in Falmouth Bay during a tumultuous period for the Royal Navy, marked by the Great Mutiny and France’s ongoing struggle for dominance.
Readers will follow Flag Captain Richard Bolitho as he returns home after eighteen months of service, only to find himself embroiled in a significant crisis. The narrative explores themes of war and military conflict, providing insight into the challenges faced by naval forces during this historical moment. With its focus on sea stories and the complexities of leadership in times of turmoil, this book offers a detailed portrayal of life at sea amid the backdrop of historical events.
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April 1797, Falmouth Bay. As France continues her bitter struggle for supremacy on land and sea, the Royal Navy receives a crippling blow at home: the Great Mutiny. Returning home after eighteen-months’ service, Flag Captain Richard Bolitho finds himself at the center of the crisis.
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