Book excerpt: This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ The Life Of The Late Rear Admiral John Drake Sloat: Of The United States Navy, Who Took Possession Of California And Raised The American Flag At Monterey On July 7th, 1846 Sloat Monument Association of California Edwin Allen Sherman Carruth & Carruth, printers, 1902 California