Famous Sea Fights, from Salamis to Tsu-Shima by A. Hilliard Atteridge
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"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.)
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| Author | Atteridge, A. Hilliard (Andrew Hilliard), -1941 |
|---|---|
| Title | Famous Sea Fights, from Salamis to Tsu-Shima |
| Credits |
Produced by Bethanne M. Simms, Wolfgang Menges and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 64.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | D: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere |
| Subject | Naval battles |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 25088 |
| Release Date | Apr 18, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 3, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 11364 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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