Navy and Empire
Author - James L. Stokesbury
Year published - 1983
Published by - Morrow
Book Format - Soft Cover
Genre - General Naval History
Summary
Stokesbury adroitly bounces between politics, military engagements and economic consequences to bring an easily readable account of how the British Empire thrived over four centuries on the strength of naval sea power. It’s naval power was the last line of defense for the British Isles as war raged on the continent. But more importantly, naval power allowed Britain to expand and protect colonial outposts worldwide, driving trade and wealth creation. For those of us today having trouble understanding the links between American military prowess and its economic benefits, this book will go far in helping to make that connection
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Author - James L. Stokesbury
Year published - 1983
Published by - Morrow
Book Format - Soft Cover
Genre - General Naval History
Summary
Stokesbury adroitly bounces between politics, military engagements and economic consequences to bring an easily readable account of how the British Empire thrived over four centuries on the strength of naval sea power. It’s naval power was the last line of defense for the British Isles as war raged on the continent. But more importantly, naval power allowed Britain to expand and protect colonial outposts worldwide, driving trade and wealth creation. For those of us today having trouble understanding the links between American military prowess and its economic benefits, this book will go far in helping to make that connection
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Author - James L. Stokesbury
Year published - 1983
Published by - Morrow
Book Format - Soft Cover
Genre - General Naval History
Summary
Stokesbury adroitly bounces between politics, military engagements and economic consequences to bring an easily readable account of how the British Empire thrived over four centuries on the strength of naval sea power. It’s naval power was the last line of defense for the British Isles as war raged on the continent. But more importantly, naval power allowed Britain to expand and protect colonial outposts worldwide, driving trade and wealth creation. For those of us today having trouble understanding the links between American military prowess and its economic benefits, this book will go far in helping to make that connection
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