The Influence of Sea Power upon History, 1660-1783

This Halcyon Classics edition of Alfred Thayer Mahan's THE INFLUENCE OF SEA POWER UPON HISTORY details the role of sea power throughout history and discusses the various factors needed to support and achieve sea power, with emphasis on having the largest and most powerful fleet. This is perhaps single most influential book in naval strategy; its policies were quickly adopted by most major navies during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Includes an active table of contents.