Memoirs Of The Rise And Progress Of The Royal Navy (1806) - Couverture souple

Derrick, Charles

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 1120004551 ISBN 13 : 9781120004550

Editeur : Kessinger Publishing Co, 2009

Synopsis

Memoirs Of The Rise And Progress Of The Royal Navy is a historical non-fiction book written by Charles Derrick and published in 1806. The book provides a detailed account of the development of the British Royal Navy from its inception to the early 19th century. It covers the major events, battles, and personalities that shaped the navy's growth and influence in the world. The author, Charles Derrick, was a naval officer and historian who had extensive knowledge of the Royal Navy. His work is based on his personal experience and research, as well as on official documents and other primary sources. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a particular period or aspect of the navy's history. It begins with the early days of the navy, when it was a small fleet of ships used mainly for trade and defense. It then covers the naval campaigns of the 16th and 17th centuries, including the defeat of the Spanish Armada, the wars against the Dutch, and the rise of British naval power.The book also discusses the navy's role in the American Revolution, the Napoleonic Wars, and other conflicts of the time. It explores the technological advancements that helped the navy to become more efficient and effective, such as the introduction of steam power and ironclad ships.Throughout the book, Derrick provides vivid descriptions of naval battles, tactics, and strategies, as well as the lives of the sailors and officers who served in the navy. He also includes anecdotes and personal observations that add color and depth to the historical narrative.Overall, Memoirs Of The Rise And Progress Of The Royal Navy is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of the most important institutions in British history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history, military strategy, or the development of modern warfare.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.

A propos du livre

Présentation de l'éditeur

Following the British naval successes of the early French Revolutionary Wars, which culminated in the Battle of Trafalgar in 1805, public interest in the history and growth of the Royal Navy increased dramatically, inspiring the publication of scholarly works relating to naval history. This volume, written by Naval Office clerk Charles Derrick and first published in 1806, contains a detailed account of the changes in the state of the Royal Navy between 1485 and 1805. Derrick focuses on the decline and growth of the number of ships in the Navy during the reign of each monarch through this period, listing the number of ships and tonnage at the start of each reign and describing innovations and new ships built during the period. Including copies of contemporary naval reports on ship numbers, tonnage and shipbuilding techniques, this clear and concise study remains a valuable reference for the study of naval history.

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Kessinger Publishing Co
• Date d'édition: 2009
• Langue: anglais
• ISBN 10: 1120004551
• ISBN 13: 9781120004550
• Reliure: Broché
• Nombre de pages: 346
• Coordonnées du fabricant: non disponible
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