Naval forces and warfare Books

This book is a collection of reminiscences from two United States Navy officers, Captain Edward Trenchard and Rear-Admiral Stephen Decatur Trenchard. The book covers their experiences in the Navy during the mid-19th century, including their service in...

John M Batten offers a firsthand account of life in the US Navy during the mid-19th century. With vivid descriptions of naval battles and life at sea, as well as insights into the everyday routines of sailors, this book provides a fascinating glimpse...

This book provides a detailed account of the Dover Patrol during World War I, and its role in the 1918 Zeebrugge and Ostend raids. The author, J.J Bennett, was a commander in the Royal Navy and was directly involved in these operations. The book is based...

This comprehensive history explores the significance of the United States Navy Yard at Portsmouth in New Hampshire, tracing its development from the early days of the American Revolution to the present. Readers will gain fresh insight into the pivotal...

Robert Wilden Neeser provides readers with a compelling look at the state of the American Navy during the early 20th century. This book is an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the role of sea power in the modern world.This work has been...

This pioneering work in medical history offers a fascinating look at the challenges of keeping sailors healthy during long voyages. Norman Chevers, a prominent British physician, provides a comprehensive overview of the health risks facing seafarers and...

This is an account of the naval warfare between the British and American fleets during the American Civil War. It describes the various ships used by both sides and their capabilities, as well as the strategies and tactics employed. The book also...

Explore the life and career of Admiral Courbet, a key figure in French colonial expansion in Asia. With a focus on his time in Vietnam, this book offers a comprehensive look at the tactics and strategies used by European powers during the 19th century...

In questo libro, l'autore racconta la storia del celebre combattimento navale nella baia di Lepanto, avvenuto il 7 ottobre 1571. L'autore si sofferma sulle cause e le conseguenze di questa battaglia epica, analizzando le strategie e le tattiche...

This book is a biography of Admiral John F. R. Blake, a distinguished naval officer of the British Empire. Drawing on Blake's own journals and letters as well as official records and historical sources, Jane provides a vivid and engaging portrait of a...

Un libro storico che racconta la storia dei napoletani che parteciparono alla battaglia di Lepanto del 1571. L'autore presenta un ritratto preciso del contributo dei napoletani nella difesa della cristianità contro l'invasione turca, attraverso l'analisi...

A classic study of naval strategy and tactics during the American Revolutionary War, written by a renowned naval historian and theorist. The book analyzes the British and American fleets' strengths and weaknesses, their evolving doctrines, and the key...

Samuel Pepys is well-known for his diaries, which provide a fascinating insight into life in 17th-century England. This book collects his thoughts on the Royal Navy during the latter part of his life. It's a valuable resource for anyone interested in...

This gripping account of naval warfare during World War I offers a first-hand look at the challenges and triumphs of life on the high seas. From submarine attacks to daring raids and battles on the open ocean, this book is a must-read for anyone...

Relive one of the most significant naval battles of the War of 1812 with this gripping historical account. Follow the life and career of Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry as he leads the American fleet to victory over the British on Lake Erie, a pivotal...

This book, written by Commander Henry Spencer-Cooper of the Royal Navy, details the events leading up to the battle, as well as its aftermath. The battle, fought in 1914, was a significant naval engagement of World War I.This work has been selected by...

Relive one of the most significant naval battles of the early 20th century with this detailed account of the Battle of Tsushima. Drawing on firsthand accounts and archival sources, this book offers a gripping narrative of this pivotal clash between the...

This book contains the official dispatches from two of the major commanders at the Battle of Jutland, one of the most significant naval battles of World War I. The reader will get a sense of the strategy and tactics employed by the British navy in the...

In WWI under a crippling naval blockade of its North Sea ports which ultimately resulted in the starvation of thousands of its citizens and as land warfare in Europe drags on, Germany endeavours to counter-blockade Britain via U-boat attacks on shipping...

Now available in paperback, False Flags tells the epic story of German raider voyages to the South Seas during the early years of World War II. In 1940 the raiders Orion, Komet, Pinguin and Kormoran left Germany and waged a ‘pirate war’ in the South Seas...

This work looks at the functions of documentary in film and television. Its attempts to depict reality and to comment on it have provoked disagreement from the 1920s to the present day. Recent debates about knowledge and representation, and about the...