Project Gutenberg 2008-03-10 Public domain in the USA. 968 Stevens, William Oliver 1878 1955 Westcott, Allan F. (Allan Ferguson) 1882 1953 Westcott, Allan Ferguson A History of Sea Power E-text prepared by Robert J. Hall "A History of Sea Power" by William Oliver Stevens and Allan F. Westcott is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The work explores the evolution and impact of sea power from ancient civilizations through major historical milestones, asserting its influence on the rise and fall of nations and civilizations. This broad survey aims to highlight the significance of naval history beyond mere battles, encompassing the vital role of maritime supremacy in shaping global trade and political dominance. The opening of the book establishes the foundational theme of sea power by tracing the origins of naval influence in ancient civilizations, particularly in the Mediterranean. It highlights how sea trade emerged alongside economic and military power, beginning with the naval achievements of the Cretan civilizations and extending through the Phoenicians, who dominated maritime trade routes. This introduction sets the stage for subsequent chapters that promise to delve deeper into various sea powers across history, illustrating their strategic importance and the lessons modern naval leaders can draw from past conflicts. Overall, the opening portion presents a clear outline of the critical interconnectedness between sea power and civilization's progress, making it a compelling read for those interested in military history and maritime affairs. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Reading ease score: 63.5 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. en Naval history Sea-power D V Text Category: History - European Category: History - Ancient Category: History - Modern (1750+) Category: History - Warfare 1036484 2025-08-10T09:03:46.070788 text/html 1012145 2008-03-10T14:40:43 text/html 5673416 2025-08-10T09:04:11.300682 application/epub+zip 5687186 2025-08-10T09:03:54.767793 application/epub+zip 443988 2025-08-10T09:03:48.816817 application/epub+zip 8444669 2025-08-10T09:04:20.518629 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 8360764 2025-08-10T09:04:05.634739 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 697531 2022-09-11T12:01:20.199743 application/x-mobipocket-ebook 853004 2025-08-10T09:03:43.096800 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 852521 2021-01-03T09:48:57 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 852715 2021-01-03T09:48:57 text/plain; charset=us-ascii 21346 2025-08-10T09:04:20.710648 application/rdf+xml 13798 2025-08-10T09:03:49.413783 image/jpeg 3761 2025-08-10T09:03:49.125776 image/jpeg 324259 2021-01-03T09:48:57 application/octet-stream application/zip 5632487 2021-01-03T09:48:57 application/octet-stream application/zip 324010 2021-01-03T09:48:57 application/octet-stream application/zip 5706617 2025-08-10T09:03:46.339789 application/octet-stream application/zip Archives containing the RDF files for *all* our books can be downloaded at https://book.klll.cc/wiki/Gutenberg:Feeds#The_Complete_Project_Gutenberg_Catalog