British Flag Officers in the French Wars, 1793-1815: Admirals' Lives

by John Morrow, John S. Morrow, John Morrow

Book Overview

During the French wars (1793-1801, 1803-1815) the system of promotion to flag rank in the Royal Navy produced a cadre of admirals numbering more than two hundred at its peak. These officers competed vigorously for a limited number of appointments at sea and for the high honours and significant financial rewards open to successful naval commanders. When on active service admirals faced formidable challenges arising from the Navy's critical role...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1350127779
• ISBN13: 9781350127777
• Release Date: September 2019
• Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic
• Length: 352 Pages
• Weight: 1.07 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.2"