Navies in History

by Clark G. Reynolds

Book Overview

This general history of the world's navies treats all major powers through the ages, from the Minoans in 2000 B.C. to the Americans in A.D. 2000. It was written both to serve as an introduction for the general reader and student and to broaden the historical perspective of specialists and naval professionals by questioning why some navies succeed and others fail. Calling attention to the continuities and contrasts of naval policies and actions, author...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1557507155
• ISBN13: 9781557507150
• Release Date: June 1998
• Publisher: US Naval Institute Press
• Length: 296 Pages
• Weight: 0.95 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.1" x 9.3"

Customer Reviews

A Great Overview of the NavyThroughout History

Having seen this book in its early form during Dr. Reynold's Naval History class in Spring 1997, I think the final is in great form. His explanation of navies through time shows even the novice historian the importance of the navy for any countries national defence. It is from this book that today's leaders might take note and learn again what the past has taught us about the importance of the navy to our postion as the world's police force. Both for the aged historian and the upstart college student this book is a must read for anyone with an interest in the navy and its vast history.