Mahan On Naval Warfare - Alfred Thayer Mahan - Bog

Mahan On Naval Warfare: Selections From The Writing Of Rear Admiral Alfred T. Mahan (1918) is a book that compiles the most significant writings of Rear Admiral Alfred T. Mahan, who was a renowned naval strategist and historian. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Mahan's ideas and theories on naval warfare, which have been highly influential in shaping the strategies of many navies around the world.The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a specific aspect of naval warfare. The first section deals with the importance of sea power and the role it plays in the success of a nation. Mahan argues that a strong navy is essential for a country to maintain its economic and political power, and that naval supremacy is crucial in times of war.The second section focuses on the principles of naval strategy, including the importance of concentration of force, the need for mobility and flexibility, and the use of surprise and deception. Mahan also discusses the role of technology in naval warfare, including the impact of new weapons and the importance of naval intelligence.The third section of the book covers the history of naval warfare, with Mahan providing detailed accounts of some of the most significant naval battles in history. He examines the strategies and tactics used by the different navies, and draws lessons from their successes and failures.Overall, Mahan On Naval Warfare is a highly informative and insightful book that provides a valuable perspective on the importance of naval power and the strategies that are needed to maintain it. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history or naval strategy.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.