A. T. Mahan Bücher

Focusing on the critical role of naval power in shaping global history, this influential work analyzes the rise of British naval supremacy from 1660 to 1783. Mahan, while serving as President of the US Naval War College, details various European and American conflicts, illustrating how sea power dictated outcomes and influenced imperial dominance. His insights not only impacted naval strategies of his time but also laid the groundwork for the naval arms race leading into World War I. This edition is printed on high-quality acid-free paper.

Courage, loyalty, and service to the state are among the virtues extolled here by Mahan, the father of modern sea power theory. This authoritative 1905 history is based on his lectures as president of the Naval War College. Volume Two takes the story from the winter of 1812/3 and Bainbridge's Squadron to the peace negotiations which ended the war in February of 1815.

A significant sea war unfolded between Britain and the United States during a time when the Western world was primarily focused on the conflicts involving Revolutionary France and Napoleon. Years of warfare had devastated Europe, from the heat of southern Spain to the cold of Russia. On the seas, renowned captains gained fame through legendary battles, with figures like Nelson becoming enduring symbols of this era of sail. Meanwhile, across the Atlantic, tensions simmered as the American nation, newly independent, faced lingering rivalries and alliances. Canada, still under British rule, loomed as a constant reminder of past conflicts. The War of 1812 is often recalled for the burning of Washington and Andrew Jackson's decisive victory at New Orleans, yet it was equally contested at sea. The naval engagements during this period revealed that British dominance was not guaranteed. This comprehensive two-volume history of the Naval War of 1812 offers a detailed exploration of maritime conflict, making it essential reading for anyone interested in naval warfare.

Focusing on naval strategy, A.T. Mahan's work delves into how maritime strength influences global power dynamics. By examining historical events, it argues that a nation's control of the seas is crucial for its supremacy. This classic text provides timeless strategic insights that have significantly shaped naval doctrines around the world.

Focusing on the significance of sea power, Mahan's theories profoundly shaped naval strategies worldwide, particularly leading up to World War I. While he achieved notable success in naval theory and education, his practical command skills were less impressive, with several incidents involving collisions. Appointed as a lecturer at the Naval War College, he consolidated his insights into influential works, most notably "The Influence of Sea Power upon History, 1660-1783," which cemented his legacy as a pivotal naval historian.

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