The Northern Barrage - Josephus Daniels - Bog

The Northern Barrage: Taking Up The Mines is a historical book written by Josephus Daniels in 1920. The book is a detailed account of the Northern Barrage, which was a massive minefield laid by the British Royal Navy in the North Sea during World War I to prevent German U-boats from entering the Atlantic. Daniels, who served as the Secretary of the Navy under President Woodrow Wilson, provides a firsthand account of the efforts made by the United States Navy to clear the minefield after the war ended. The book describes the dangerous and challenging task of removing the mines, which were often located in treacherous waters and required skilled divers to disarm them.The Northern Barrage: Taking Up The Mines also provides insight into the political and diplomatic challenges faced by the United States in dealing with the aftermath of the war. Daniels discusses the negotiations between the United States and Great Britain over the ownership and control of the minefield, as well as the role played by other countries such as France and Germany in the process.Overall, The Northern Barrage: Taking Up The Mines is a fascinating historical account of a little-known aspect of World War I and the efforts made by the United States Navy to ensure the safety of shipping lanes in the North Sea. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history or the political and diplomatic challenges faced by the United States during the early 20th century.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.