Makers of Naval Tradition (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781417932306)

The Makers of Naval Tradition is a historical book written by Carroll Storrs Alden. The book is a comprehensive account of the individuals who played a significant role in shaping the naval tradition of the United States. The author highlights the contributions of various naval officers, including John Paul Jones, Stephen Decatur, and David Farragut, among others. The book also explores the evolution of naval tactics and technology from the American Revolution to the early 20th century.The Makers of Naval Tradition is divided into six parts, each focusing on a specific period in naval history. The first part covers the early years of the American navy, while the second part discusses the War of 1812. The third part explores the Mexican-American War, and the fourth part focuses on the Civil War. The fifth part covers the period from the end of the Civil War to the Spanish-American War, and the final part discusses the early 20th century.The book is written in a narrative style that is both engaging and informative. The author provides detailed descriptions of naval battles and operations, as well as the personal lives of the individuals who shaped naval tradition. The book also includes numerous illustrations and photographs that help bring the history to life.Overall, The Makers of Naval Tradition is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the United States Navy. The book provides a comprehensive and engaging account of the individuals and events that shaped one of the most powerful naval forces in the world.1925. A collection of portraits of the great naval heroes. Contents: The Navy and Tradition; John Paul Jones; Stephen Decatur; Thomas Macdonough; Matthew Calbraith Perry; Matthew Fontaine Maury; John Adolphus Dahlgren; David Glasgow Farragut; David Dixon Porter; Stephen Bleecker Luce; Alfred Thayer Mahan; George Dewey; William Thomas Sampson; Makers of Tradition During the World War; and Makers of Tradition of our Day.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.

Author: Carroll Storrs Alden,Ralph Earle
ISBN-10: 1417932309
ISBN-13: 9781417932306
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/01/2005
Pages: 376
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.21lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.84d