The Life of William Bainbridge, Esq. of the United States Navy is a biography written by H. A. S. Dearborn. The book tells the story of William Bainbridge, a prominent figure in the early years of the United States Navy. Bainbridge was born in 1774 and began his naval career at the age of fifteen. He quickly rose through the ranks and became a captain in 1798. During his career, Bainbridge served in several wars, including the Quasi-War with France,...