Bøger af Carroll Storrs Alden

This is a new release of the original 1925 edition.

The Makers of Naval Tradition is a historical non-fiction book written by Carroll Storrs Alden. The book provides a comprehensive account of the history of the United States Navy from its inception to the early 20th century. It focuses on the key individuals who have contributed to the development of the Navy and the establishment of its traditions.The book is divided into chapters, each of which covers a different period in the Navy's history. The author begins by discussing the early days of the Navy, including the American Revolution and the War of 1812. He then moves on to the Civil War and the role of the Navy in that conflict. The book also covers the Spanish-American War and World War I, as well as the Navy's involvement in various conflicts and operations throughout the 19th and early 20th centuries.Throughout the book, Alden highlights the contributions of key figures in the Navy's history, including John Paul Jones, Stephen Decatur, David Farragut, and George Dewey. He also discusses the development of naval technology and tactics, and the role of the Navy in shaping American foreign policy.Overall, The Makers of Naval Tradition is a detailed and engaging account of the history of the United States Navy. It provides a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history, military history, or American history in general.1925. A collection of portraits of the great naval heroes. Contents: The Navy and Tradition; John Paul Jones; Stephen Decatur; Thomas Macdonough; Matthew Calbraith Perry; Matthew Fontaine Maury; John Adolphus Dahlgren; David Glasgow Farragut; David Dixon Porter; Stephen Bleecker Luce; Alfred Thayer Mahan; George Dewey; William Thomas Sampson; Makers of Tradition During the World War; and Makers of Tradition of our Day.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.

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