The Naval History of the United States. Volume 1
Chapter 35
The Long Peace broken by the War With Mexico. -- Activity of the Navy. -- Captain Stockton's Stratagem. -- The Battle at San Jose. -- The Blockade. -- Instances of Personal Bravery. -- The Loss of the "Truxton." -- Yellow Fever in the Squadron. -- The Navy at Vera Cruz. -- Capture of Alvarado.