David Hanna Knihy

What famous people say, the kid from Hoboken, to his later life as a family man.

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Set against the backdrop of the War of 1812, the narrative unfolds during a pivotal battle off the coast of Pemaquid, Maine. As citizens observe from the shore, two courageous military commanders clash in a fierce naval confrontation that promises to alter the war's trajectory. The story captures the tension and bravery of the era, highlighting the strategic significance of this encounter in the broader context of American history.