Publisher's Synopsis
O'Byrne's Naval Annual for 1855 is a historical book written by Robert Henry O'Byrne. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the naval affairs of the year 1855. It contains detailed information on the British Navy, including its ships, officers, and personnel. The book also covers the naval activities of other countries, such as France, Russia, and the United States.The book is divided into several sections, each covering a different aspect of naval affairs. The first section provides a general overview of the British Navy, including its organization and administration. The second section covers the ships of the Royal Navy, providing detailed information on each vessel, including its specifications, armament, and crew.The third section of the book covers the officers of the British Navy, including their ranks, duties, and responsibilities. The fourth section covers the personnel of the Navy, including sailors, marines, and other support staff.The book also contains information on naval warfare, including tactics and strategy, as well as descriptions of major naval battles of the time. It also includes illustrations and maps to help readers better understand the information presented.Overall, O'Byrne's Naval Annual for 1855 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of naval affairs, particularly those interested in the British Navy during the mid-19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.