In 'The Interest of America in Sea Power, Present and Future' by A. T. Mahan, the renowned author analyzes the significance of sea power for America, both in the current context and in the future, showcasing...

With Some Account of the Conditions of Naval Warfare at the beginning of the Eighteenth Century, and of its subsequent development during the Sail Period...

The narrative in these pages follows chiefly the official reports, and it is believed will not be found to conflict seriously with them. Official reports, however, are liable to errors of statement and...

The definite object proposed in this work is an examination of the general history of Europe and America with particular reference to the effect of sea power upon the course of that history. Historians...

The War of 1812 was a military conflict that lasted from June 18, 1812, to February 18, 1815, fought between the United States of America and the United Kingdom, its North American colonies, and its North...

The Life of Nelson has been written so often, that an explanation—almost an apology—seems due for any renewal of the attempt; but, not to mention the attractiveness of the theme in itself, it is essential...

The Life of Nelson has been written so often, that an explanation—almost an apology—seems due for any renewal of the attempt; but, not to mention the attractiveness of the theme in itself, it is essential...

The present work concludes the series of "The Influence of Sea Power upon History," as originally framed in the conception of the author. In the previous volumes he has had the inspiring consciousness...

That much of Great Britain's action was unjustifiable, and at times even monstrous, regarded in itself alone, must be admitted; but we shall ill comprehend the necessity of preparation for war, if we...

A.T. Mahan's 'The Interest of America in Sea Power, Present and Future' is a groundbreaking exploration of the importance of naval power in shaping nations' destinies. Written in a scholarly and analytical...

A.T. Mahan's 'Lessons of the War with Spain and Other Articles' is a collection of insightful essays that reflect on the United States' military and naval history during the Spanish-American War. Known...

A.T. Mahan's 'From Sail to Steam, Recollections of Naval Life' is a riveting account that provides a detailed and insightful glimpse into the transition of naval warfare from the era of wind-powered sails...

A.T. Mahan's 'Lessons of the War with Spain and Other Articles' is a collection of insightful essays that analyze the strategic and tactical lessons that can be gleaned from historical conflicts. Mahan's...

A. T. Mahan's 'Story of the War in South Africa, 1899-1900' is a meticulous account of the conflict between the British Empire and the Boer republics, providing a detailed analysis of tactics, strategies,...

A.T. Mahan's 'From Sail to Steam, Recollections of Naval Life' is a gripping memoir that provides an insightful look into the transition from traditional sailing vessels to the modern steam-powered navy....

The contents of this volume were first contributed as a chapter, under the title of "Major Operations, 1762-1783," to the "History of the Royal Navy," in seven volumes, published by Messrs. Sampson Low,...