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Naval Battles: Ancient And Modern
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ISBN10: 1432535390
ISBN13: 9781432535391
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 10 2007
Pages: 720
Weight: 2.29
Height: 1.58 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781432535391
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 10 2007
Pages: 720
Weight: 2.29
Height: 1.58 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Naval Battles: Ancient and Modern is a comprehensive book written by Edward Shippen that explores the history of naval warfare from ancient times to modern day. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the tactics, strategies, and technologies used in naval battles throughout history. The book begins with an examination of ancient naval battles, such as the Battle of Salamis and the Battle of Actium, and then progresses to the medieval and early modern periods, including the Age of Exploration and the Age of Sail. It also covers the major naval battles of the 19th and 20th centuries, including the Battle of Trafalgar, the Battle of Jutland, and the Battle of Midway.Throughout the book, Shippen provides detailed descriptions of the ships and weapons used in each battle, as well as the tactics employed by the opposing forces. He also explores the impact of naval battles on the course of history, including their role in shaping the rise and fall of empires.Overall, Naval Battles: Ancient and Modern is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of naval warfare. It provides a detailed and engaging account of some of the most significant naval battles in history, and sheds light on the evolution of naval tactics and technology over time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
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