Lessons of the war with Spain and other articles by A. T. Mahan
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| Author | Mahan, A. T. (Alfred Thayer), 1840-1914 |
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| LoC No. | 00000512 |
| Title | Lessons of the war with Spain and other articles |
| Note | Reading ease score: 45.8 (College-level). Difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "Lessons of the War with Spain and Other Articles" by A. T. Mahan is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The collection explores the military and naval dimensions of the Spanish-American War, focusing particularly on the lessons learned and the implications for naval strategy and national security. Mahan's discussion emphasizes the importance of naval power and fortification in modern warfare. The opening of the book sets the stage for Mahan's analysis by discussing the context and motivations behind the war with Spain, acknowledging the complexities of military actions and strategies involved. He highlights the importance of understanding military and naval matters for the general public, as this knowledge fosters a more informed and prepared citizenry. Additionally, Mahan critiques the initial strategic decisions made during the conflict, particularly relating to targeting and resource allocation, underscoring the significance of coastal defense and the interplay between land forces and naval operations. Through these insights, the author aims to provide a deeper understanding of maritime strategy and the pressing national interest in maintaining a robust naval capability. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | E660: History: America: Late nineteenth century (1865-1900) |
| Subject | United States -- Colonial question |
| Subject | International Peace Conference (1st : 1899 : Hague, Netherlands) |
| Subject | Spanish-American War, 1898 -- Naval operations |
| Subject | Naval art and science |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 28377 |
| Release Date | Mar 21, 2009 |
| Most Recently Updated | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 95 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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