The Influence of Sea Power Upon History

Alfred Thayer Mahan's work "The Influence of Sea Power Upon History" (1890) is a seminal text in naval history and strategy. Despite a lack of primary sources, the book argues that control of the oceans has been a key indicator of national might and has influenced conflicts such as the English Revolution and the Seven Years War. The book was highly successful and shaped the naval arms race between Great Britain and Germany in the years preceding the First World War. This edition of the book, with a beautiful cover and professionally typeset manuscript, is a classic of naval strategic scholarship reimagined for modern readers.

Format: Hardback
Length: 466 pages
Publication date: 15 February 2022
Publisher: West Margin Press

The Influence of Sea Power Upon History (1890) is a comprehensive work of naval history and strategy authored by Alfred Thayer Mahan. Drawing upon his extensive experience as a naval officer, researcher, and university lecturer, Mahan delves into the development of sea power during the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries in this widely acclaimed and influential text. Despite the absence of primary sources, The Influence of Sea Power would prove crucial in the expansion of European and American imperialism through the utilization of naval might. It has been recognized as one of the most influential works of the nineteenth century.

According to Alfred Thayer Mahan, the history of sea power is primarily a tale of contests between nations, marked by mutual rivalries and often leading to war. He believed that control over the world's oceans was the ultimate measure of national strength throughout history. In this detailed study, compiled from years of research and lectures delivered at the Naval War College in Rhode Island, Mahan explores the profound influence of sea power on significant conflicts such as the English Revolution and the Seven Years War. He argues that supremacy at sea has consistently been associated with global commercial and political dominance throughout history.

The Influence of Sea Power Upon History achieved immediate success and provided justification for the expansion of imperialism. It also played a significant role in shaping the naval arms race between Great Britain and Germany in the years preceding the First World War. This edition of Alfred Thayer Mahan's The Influence of Sea Power Upon History is a timeless classic of naval strategic scholarship, reimagined for modern readers.

The book is presented with a beautifully designed cover and professionally typeset manuscript, enhancing the reading experience for contemporary audiences. It serves as a valuable resource for scholars, military personnel, and anyone interested in understanding the historical significance of sea power and its impact on global affairs.

Dimension: 203 x 127 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781513132426