The Free Sea
The Free Sea

Author: James Kraska

Publisher: Naval Institute Press

Published: 2018-06-15

Total Pages: 218

ISBN-13: 1682471179

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The Free Sea offers a unique, single-volume analysis of incidents in American history that affected U.S. freedom of navigation at sea. The book spans more than 200 years, beginning in the Colonial era with the Quasi-War with France in 1798 and extending to contemporary Freedom of Navigation operations in the South China Sea. Through wars and numerous crises with North Korea, North Vietnam, Cambodia, Iran, Russia and China, freedom of navigation has been a persistent challenge for the United States, a nation reliant on open seas for economic prosperity, military security and global order. This volume focuses on the struggle to retain freedom of the seas. Challenges to U.S. warships and maritime commerce have pushed, and continue to challenge, the United States to vindicate its rights through diplomatic, legal, and military means, underscoring the need for the strategic resolve in the global maritime commons.

The Fight for a Free Sea: A Chronicle of the War of 1812
The Fight for a Free Sea: A Chronicle of the War of 1812

Author: Ralph Delahaye Paine

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-08-22

Total Pages: 160

ISBN-13:

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In Ralph Delahaye Paine's book, 'The Fight for a Free Sea: A Chronicle of the War of 1812,' readers are taken on a literary journey through the significant maritime conflicts of the early 19th century. Paine's meticulous research and attention to detail bring this often overlooked aspect of the War of 1812 to life, providing a comprehensive and engaging account of the struggles for control of the seas. His descriptive and engaging writing style draws readers into the heart of the action, making this book a valuable resource for those interested in naval history and military conflicts of the era. Paine's portrayal of the key players and events of the war is both informative and compelling, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal period in American history. As an accomplished maritime historian, Paine brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to his narrative, making 'The Fight for a Free Sea' a must-read for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this critical moment in time.

The Free Seas in War
The Free Seas in War

Author: Francis Piggott

Publisher:

Published: 2015-07-11

Total Pages: 94

ISBN-13: 9781331208754

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Excerpt from The Free Seas in War: A Talk to the Men and Women of Great Britain on the Freedom of the Seas; Together With Extracts From the Writings and Speeches of David Urquhart A strange thing, and a dangerous thing, is happening before our eyes. The "Freedom of the Sea" which, since it was first created, it has been our special privilege to guard, is proclaimed by the enemy to be a mere tyranny which we have imposed upon the world; and he, the German, has declared his intention of ousting us from the guardianship and assuming it himself. The claim is so desperately dangerous that I beg for the thoughtful attention of every man and woman in the country while I try to make the danger plain. The "Freedom of the Sea" was evolved out of the hazy past of ill-defined ideas, but the White Ensign is its symbol. We now know that the English fleet stands on guard not merely for the free seas, but for a free world; and so stands with the consent of the free nations. If, by any adverse chance, the barbarian hordes of Germany should have overrun all the fair fields of France; if, by any foul contrivance of these Devil's masterpieces, the armies of the Allies should have been overcome; still the Fleet of England would have stood between the Hun and the world-dominion he covets; still the world would have been saved. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.