Twelve Days at Nuku Hiva: Russian Encounters and Mutiny in the South Pacific
Govor, Elena (2017-12-31). Twelve Days at Nuku Hiva: Russian Encounters and Mutiny in the South Pacific. doi:10.1515/9780824837518.
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Abstract: Document concerning a historical account titled Twelve Days at Nuku Hiva Russian Encounters and Mutiny in the South Pacific. The document focuses primarily on Nuku Hiva in the Marquesas Islands and the broader South Pacific region during the early 19th century. It details Russian naval expeditions, interactions with indigenous populations, and incidents of mutiny aboard Russian vessels. The text includes references to the Russian Imperial Navy and its officers, as well as descriptions of local geography and cultural practices. The narrative covers a twelve-day period of events, providing a day-by-day survey of encounters and conflicts. The document also addresses the political and military context of Russian exploration in the Pacific, including the implications of maritime discipline and command. The treatment of Micronesia appears within the broader context of Pacific island encounters, situating Nuku Hiva as a strategic location in regional navigation and colonial interests. The account incorporates elements of ethnography, naval history, and colonial policy, drawing on official logs, personal diaries, and correspondence. The document is structured as a detailed report combining firsthand observations with retrospective analysis, offering insights into early 19th-century Russian maritime activities and their impact on South Pacific island societies.
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