Three Years Behind The Guns: The True Chronicles Of A Diddy-Box

""Three Years Behind The Guns: The True Chronicles Of A Diddy-Box"" is a memoir written by L.G. Tisdale, originally published in 1908. The book details Tisdale's experiences serving as a member of the United States Navy during the Spanish-American War and the Philippine-American War. Tisdale provides a firsthand account of life onboard a naval vessel, including descriptions of daily routines, battles, and interactions with fellow sailors. He also delves into the political and social climate of the time, offering insights into the motivations behind America's involvement in these conflicts. The title ""Diddy-Box"" refers to the small wooden box that Tisdale used to store his personal belongings while on board. Overall, ""Three Years Behind The Guns"" offers a compelling and informative glimpse into the life of a sailor during a pivotal 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.