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Title: Famous Sea Fights, from Salamis to Tsu-Shima
Note: Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Produced by Bethanne M. Simms, Wolfgang Menges and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
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Summary: "Famous Sea Fights, from Salamis to Tsu-Shima" by John Richard Hale is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into notable naval battles spanning from the Battle of Salamis in ancient Greece to the Battle of Tsu-Shima in the modern era. The text examines the evolution of naval warfare and emphasizes the significance of sea power in determining historical outcomes. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by reflecting on Francis Bacon's insights about the importance of commanding the sea. He outlines his intention to narrate some of the most significant maritime conflicts, employing a non-technical and accessible language to engage readers. The opening details the ancient context of naval warfare, particularly focusing on the Battle of Salamis, where Themistocles led the Greeks against the overwhelming Persian forces. This initial passage lays a foundation for understanding the tactical and strategic developments in naval battles that would follow throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Atteridge, A. Hilliard (Andrew Hilliard), -1941
EBook No.: 25088
Published: Apr 18, 2008
Downloads: 153
Language: English
Subject: Naval battles
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Famous Sea Fights, from Salamis to Tsu-Shima
Note: Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Credits:
Produced by Bethanne M. Simms, Wolfgang Menges and the
Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https:
//www.pgdp.net
Summary: "Famous Sea Fights, from Salamis to Tsu-Shima" by John Richard Hale is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work delves into notable naval battles spanning from the Battle of Salamis in ancient Greece to the Battle of Tsu-Shima in the modern era. The text examines the evolution of naval warfare and emphasizes the significance of sea power in determining historical outcomes. At the start of the book, the author sets the stage by reflecting on Francis Bacon's insights about the importance of commanding the sea. He outlines his intention to narrate some of the most significant maritime conflicts, employing a non-technical and accessible language to engage readers. The opening details the ancient context of naval warfare, particularly focusing on the Battle of Salamis, where Themistocles led the Greeks against the overwhelming Persian forces. This initial passage lays a foundation for understanding the tactical and strategic developments in naval battles that would follow throughout history. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Atteridge, A. Hilliard (Andrew Hilliard), -1941
EBook No.: 25088
Published: Apr 18, 2008
Downloads: 153
Language: English
Subject: Naval battles
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.