The Story of Captain John Barry by author Martin Ignatius Joseph Griffin is a fascinating narrative of the life and work of an outstanding American naval officer of the Civil War era. Captain John Barry, the first commander of a US Navy ship, recognized as the father of the American navy and a hero of the American-British war. The book details not only his glorious path in naval battles, but also his personal life, his development as a military leader and his significant contributions to the creation of the US Navy. The author carefully reveals to the reader the creative path of this outstanding naval officer and his influence on the history of the United States.