This is a children's book biography of Grace Hopper, who played a prominent role in the early days of computers.--

"Have you ever wondered where the term debugging comes from? Learn about Grace Hopper, a computer scientist and U.S. Navy Rear Admiral, known for her contributions to the early development of computer programming."--Provided by publisher.

The story of John Paul Jones has it all: great battles on the high seas, and high drama at every turn. Children will delight in the stories and history of the Father of the American Navy. Crafted with a wealth of detail and rich illustrations, each biography in this appealing collection offers 32 pages that entice readers to discover the remarkable people who built our great nation. The primary narrative focuses on the childhood, education, motivations,...

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A biography of the well-known naval leader, John Paul Jones, from his birth in Scotland through his participation in the American Revolution to his death in Paris at the age of forty-five.

A biography of the American naval officer for whom Congress created the rank of full admiral. The story of the outstanding naval commander who closed the Gulf ports to Confederate blockade-running during the Civil War. Bowker Authored Title code. A four-page "Civil War Time Line" opens this book, which also includes a timeline of David Farragut's life & accomplishments. As a child, James Glasgow Farragut was befriended by naval Commander David Porter....

Profiles the life of the sea captain, John Paul Jones and describes his role in the Revolutionary War.

Map on end papers. Chronicles the life and career of David Glasgow Farragut, the first man to become an admiral in the United States Navy, discussing his childhood, family, battles and more.

A biography of the American navy captain who served during the Revolutionary War, focusing on his heroism in naval battles with the better-equipped British fleet.