Admirals of the New Steel Navy

This collection of interpretive, biographical essays on the admirals of the new steel navy continues the story of the development of the American naval begun so successfully in Command Under Sail and Captains of the Old Steam Navy. During the period of 1880 to 1930, the U.S. Navy underwent a significant transformation as it adapted to new technologies and grew to meet the responsibilities thrust upon it by America's new role as a world power. This book offers readers an entertaining yet informative history that allows amateur and professionals alike to better appreciate the U.S. Navy's dramatic period of development and adjustment.

Author: James C. Bradford
Publisher: US Naval Institute Press
Published: 01/15/2013
Pages: 456
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 1.20d
ISBN13: 9781591140559
ISBN10: 1591140552
BISAC Categories:
- History | Military | Naval
- History | Military | United States
- Biography & Autobiography | Military

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