Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660-1783
Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660-1783 First published almost a century ago, this classic text on the history and tactics of naval warfare had a profound effect on the imperial policies of…
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Influence of Sea Power Upon History, 1660-1783
First published almost a century ago, this classic text on the history and tactics of naval warfare had a profound effect on the imperial policies of all the major powers. naval officer and historian Alfred Mahan (1840-1914), who argued that despite great changes and scientific advances in naval weaponry, certain principle of naval strategy remain constant, and nations ignore them at their peril. Kaiser Wilhelm is said to have "devoured" this book, and it was avidly read by presidents (including both Roosevelts), kings, prime ministers, admirals, and chancellors.This book was the work of noted U.S.
Credited with stimulating the growth of modern navies in leading countries of the world, the text remains a basic authority on the strategy of naval warfare and is still used in the war colleges.Demonstrating through historical examples that the rise and fall of seapower (and of