Some Principles of Maritime Strategy (Classics of Sea Power)

Corbett, Julian Stafford, 1854-1922 ; Eric J Grove ; John B Hattendorf, Wayne P Rodgers

ISBN 10: 0870218808 / ISBN 13: 9780870218804

Published by Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, Md., 1988, 1988

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xlv, 351 pages ; 22 cm. ISBN 9780870218804, 0870218808 OCLC 17200156 Originally published: London : Longmans, Green and Co., 1911 ; green cloth no dustjacket ; Julian Stafford Corbett's "Some Principles of Maritime Strategy" remains a cornerstone text for understanding the application of sea power throughout history. This meticulously prepared edition presents Corbett's influential theories on naval warfare and maritime strategy, explored through historical examples and insightful analysis. A seminal work in military history, the book delves into the fundamental principles governing naval strategy, applicable across diverse conflicts and eras. Corbett's examination of maritime strategy provides a framework for understanding naval warfare's impact on broader military campaigns and geopolitical outcomes. Explore the core tenets of controlling sea lanes, projecting power, and the crucial role of naval forces in shaping the course of history. Perfect for enthusiasts of military history, naval strategy, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the enduring significance of sea power. ; ownership stamp on front endpaper of Edward William Girard (1930-2020), a Boeing engineer & Rockwell Missile Systems Division operational analysis manager that served in the Navy during the Korean War. He was instrumental in proposing national re-emphasis on maritime strategy in the wake of the Israeli Six-Day War in 1967 & earlier, in 1961, the use of war games to function as pseudo-experiments, producing data for analysis ; FINE.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Some Principles of Maritime Strategy (Classics of Sea Power)
• Publisher: Naval Institute Press, Annapolis, Md., 1988
• Publication Date: 1988
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0870218808
• ISBN 13: 9780870218804
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: Fine
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket
• Book Type: Book

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Synopsis

This brilliant exposition established Corbett as a classical maritime strategist whose concepts of sea power are found in current U.S. maritime strategy.