A Short History Of The Royal Navy, 1217 To 1688 (1898)

""A Short History Of The Royal Navy, 1217 To 1688"" by David Hannay is a comprehensive account of the Royal Navy during the medieval and early modern periods of English history. The book covers the evolution of the navy from its origins in the thirteenth century, through the Tudor and Stuart eras, up to the end of the seventeenth century. The author provides a detailed description of the navy's role in the major conflicts of the time, including the Hundred Years War, the Spanish Armada, and the Anglo-Dutch Wars. Hannay also examines the development of naval tactics and technology, the growth of the navy's administrative structure, and the lives of the sailors who served in the fleet. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Royal Navy or the broader history of England during this period.""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.