The United States Navy: A Chronology, 1775 to the Present (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781598844313)

Covering more than two centuries of naval history, this chronology highlights the individuals and events that shaped one of the world's greatest fighting forces--the United States Navy.

The United States Navy: A Chronology, 1775 to the Present showcases the dramatic role of the nation's warships throughout America's long history and documents the Navy's vital contributions to establishing the United States as a superpower. Beginning with the American Revolutionary War, this comprehensive work details major and minor events in the history of the U.S. Navy through Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan.

The topics included in this book describe not only battles at sea, but also important political and administrative changes, as well as notable events in the careers of admirals and other naval leaders. Significant battles in all major wars are covered, along with actions in smaller conflicts. This chronology also includes the founding of noted schools of instruction; the introduction of new classes of warships and aircraft; and significant naval texts, such as Alfred Thayer Mahan's seminal The Influence of Naval Power upon History.

Author: John C. Fredriksen
ISBN-10: 1598844318
ISBN-13: 9781598844313
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Language: English
Published: 07/12/2010
Pages: 388
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.20lbs
Size: 10.00h x 7.00w x 1.10d

Review Citation(s):
Booklist 11/15/2010 pg. 60
Choice 12/01/2010
Reference and Research Bk News 11/01/2010 pg. 63