Publisher's Synopsis
""England On The Sea V1: Or The Story Of The British Navy, Its Decisive Battles And Great Commanders"" is a historical book written by William Henry Davenport Adams and first published in 1885. The book provides a comprehensive account of the British Navy, from its early beginnings to the 19th century. It covers the navy's role in the country's maritime history, including its decisive battles and the great commanders who led its ships to victory. The book is divided into chapters that focus on specific periods of the navy's history, from the Anglo-Saxon period to the Napoleonic Wars. The author describes the development of naval technology, tactics, and strategy, as well as the political and social contexts that shaped the navy's role in British history. The book also includes detailed accounts of some of the most significant naval battles in British history, such as the Battle of Trafalgar and the Battle of the Nile. The author explores the strategies and tactics used by the British Navy in these battles and the contributions of the great commanders who led their ships to victory. Overall, ""England On The Sea V1: Or The Story Of The British Navy, Its Decisive Battles And Great Commanders"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of the British Navy's history, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history or British history in general.In Two Volumes.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.
