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  • Zone Policeman 88; A Close Range Study of the Panama Canal and Its Workers-Harry A. Franck
    2026/09/12
    "Zone Policeman 88" by Harry A. Franck offers a vivid exploration of the Panama Canal and the diverse workers who contributed to its monumental construction. Through Franck's keen observations, listeners are drawn into the intricate dynamics of labor, culture, and the challenges faced in this monumental engineering project. The themes of perseverance and the human spirit shine through, making this account not only a historical reflection but also a timeless reminder of the resilience found in the face of adversity. As we navigate our own complex challenges today, Franck's insights into the lives of those who built the canal resonate deeply, highlighting the enduring impact of hard work and dedication.
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    6 時間 16 分
  • Spell of the Hawaiian Islands and the Philippines-Isabel Anderson
    2026/08/27
    Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the U.S.S. Essex, a thirty-two-gun frigate helmed by the daring Captain David Porter. This captivating tale chronicles the Essexs legendary cruise through the southern waters during the tumultuous War of 1812. As the only sizable government vessel upholding the honor of the American Navy, the Essex ventured far from home, traversing a distance equal to over a third of the globe. Join us as we recount one of the most remarkable maritime adventures in history. Please note the text contains several instances of a derogatory racial term. - Summary by Barry Eads and Benson Lossing
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    7 時間 43 分
  • Bachelor Girl in Burma-Geraldine Edith Mitton
    2026/08/26
    Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the U.S.S. Essex, a thirty-two-gun frigate helmed by the daring Captain David Porter. This captivating tale chronicles the Essexs legendary cruise through the southern waters during the tumultuous War of 1812. As the only sizable government vessel upholding the honor of the American Navy, the Essex ventured far from home, traversing a distance equal to over a third of the globe. Join us as we recount one of the most remarkable maritime adventures in history. Please note the text contains several instances of a derogatory racial term. - Summary by Barry Eads and Benson Lossing
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    7 時間 59 分
  • Causes of the American Civil War: Secession Statements of Five Confederate States-Various
    2026/08/25
    Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the U.S.S. Essex, a thirty-two-gun frigate helmed by the daring Captain David Porter. This captivating tale chronicles the Essexs legendary cruise through the southern waters during the tumultuous War of 1812. As the only sizable government vessel upholding the honor of the American Navy, the Essex ventured far from home, traversing a distance equal to over a third of the globe. Join us as we recount one of the most remarkable maritime adventures in history. Please note the text contains several instances of a derogatory racial term. - Summary by Barry Eads and Benson Lossing
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    1 時間 5 分
  • Account of Egypt by Herodotus-Herodotus
    2026/08/24
    Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the U.S.S. Essex, a thirty-two-gun frigate helmed by the daring Captain David Porter. This captivating tale chronicles the Essexs legendary cruise through the southern waters during the tumultuous War of 1812. As the only sizable government vessel upholding the honor of the American Navy, the Essex ventured far from home, traversing a distance equal to over a third of the globe. Join us as we recount one of the most remarkable maritime adventures in history. Please note the text contains several instances of a derogatory racial term. - Summary by Barry Eads and Benson Lossing
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    3 時間 42 分
  • Prowling About Panama-George A. Miller
    2026/08/23
    Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the U.S.S. Essex, a thirty-two-gun frigate helmed by the daring Captain David Porter. This captivating tale chronicles the Essexs legendary cruise through the southern waters during the tumultuous War of 1812. As the only sizable government vessel upholding the honor of the American Navy, the Essex ventured far from home, traversing a distance equal to over a third of the globe. Join us as we recount one of the most remarkable maritime adventures in history. Please note the text contains several instances of a derogatory racial term. - Summary by Barry Eads and Benson Lossing
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    5 時間 18 分
  • National Geographic Magazine Vol. 04-National Geographic Society
    2026/08/22
    Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the U.S.S. Essex, a thirty-two-gun frigate helmed by the daring Captain David Porter. This captivating tale chronicles the Essexs legendary cruise through the southern waters during the tumultuous War of 1812. As the only sizable government vessel upholding the honor of the American Navy, the Essex ventured far from home, traversing a distance equal to over a third of the globe. Join us as we recount one of the most remarkable maritime adventures in history. Please note the text contains several instances of a derogatory racial term. - Summary by Barry Eads and Benson Lossing
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    8 時間 43 分
  • Memoirs of Napoleon Bonaparte, Volume 06-Louis Antoine Fauvelet de Bourrienne
    2026/08/21
    Embark on an extraordinary journey aboard the U.S.S. Essex, a thirty-two-gun frigate helmed by the daring Captain David Porter. This captivating tale chronicles the Essexs legendary cruise through the southern waters during the tumultuous War of 1812. As the only sizable government vessel upholding the honor of the American Navy, the Essex ventured far from home, traversing a distance equal to over a third of the globe. Join us as we recount one of the most remarkable maritime adventures in history. Please note the text contains several instances of a derogatory racial term. - Summary by Barry Eads and Benson Lossing
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    3 時間 39 分