Captain "Hell Roaring" Mike Healy
by Dennis L. Noble
"From American Slave to Arctic Hero"
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Captain "Hell Roaring" Mike Healy by Dennis L. Noble
Details
Perspective:
Commanders
Military Unit:
US Coast Guard
True Story:
Yes
Biography:
Yes
Region:
North America
Published Date:
2009
ISBN13:
9780813033686
Summary
Captain Hell Roaring Mike Healy tells the remarkable true story of Michael Healy, who was born into slavery but rose to become one of the most accomplished officers in the U.S. Revenue Cutter Service. The book chronicles his extraordinary career patrolling Alaska's waters in the late 1800s, where he earned his colorful nickname through his commanding presence and leadership. Author Dennis L. Noble documents Healy's navigation of both Arctic dangers and the racial prejudices of his era, highlighting his contributions to law enforcement, Arctic exploration, and humanitarian efforts in America's northern frontier.
