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Sea Power In American History: The Influence Of The Navy And The Merchant Marine Upon American Development

Sea Power In American History: The Influence Of The Navy And The Merchant Marine Upon American Development

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PhilosophyFiction AnthologiesGeneral World History

ISBN10: 1432539701
ISBN13: 9781432539702
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 10 2007
Pages: 396
Weight: 1.28
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Sea Power in American History is a comprehensive study of the impact that the United States Navy and Merchant Marine have had on the development of the country. Written by Herman F. Krafft, the book explores the ways in which these two institutions have shaped American history, from the earliest days of the country to the present.Krafft begins by examining the role of sea power in the American Revolution, showing how the Navy played a crucial role in securing victory for the fledgling nation. He then goes on to explore the ways in which the Navy and Merchant Marine have influenced American foreign policy, from the War of 1812 to the present day.In addition to its historical analysis, Sea Power in American History also provides a detailed overview of the development of naval technology and tactics, as well as the role of the Navy and Merchant Marine in commercial and economic development. Krafft also explores the cultural impact of sea power on American society, from the romanticized image of the sailor to the role of naval heroes in popular culture.Overall, Sea Power in American History is a comprehensive and insightful study of the ways in which sea power has shaped American history and culture. It is a must-read for anyone interested in American history, naval history, or the role of technology and innovation in shaping human society.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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