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Voyage Of His Majesty's Late Ship Alceste, To China, Korea, And The Island Of Lewchew, With An Account Of Her Shipwreck (1819)

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The narrative recounts the journey of the British ship Alceste, which embarked in 1816 to foster trade with China and explore nearby regions. McLeod vividly describes the cultures, landscapes, and challenges faced during the voyage through the East China Sea and the Korean Strait, including diplomatic interactions with the Chinese and local populations. The account culminates in the ship's shipwreck off Korea, detailing the crew's struggle for safety. This historical document offers valuable insights into early Western-East Asian relations and maritime exploration.

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Voyage Of His Majesty's Late Ship Alceste, To China, Korea, And The Island Of Lewchew, With An Account Of Her Shipwreck (1819), John McLeod

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2008
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