The Armed Ship America; Or, When We Sailed from Salem

"The Armed Ship America; Or, When We Sailed from Salem" by James Otis is a historical adventure where young Nathan Crowninshield and his friend Simon Ropes set sail on the privateer ship America during the War of 1812, eager to fight the British. Leaving their worried mothers behind in Salem, the boys confront the harsh realities of life at sea, including strict sailors and the ever-present danger of naval warfare, testing their courage and friendship as they navigate the challenges and excitement of their patriotic quest.

James Otis Kaler was an American journalist and author of children’s literature. He wrote under the name James Otis.