In this detailed government report, discover the forces shaping 19th-century naval power and shipbuilding.
This nonfiction volume compiles material on iron ore, steel production, armor, guns, and the machinery of navy yards. It surveys how private industry and public institutions collaborated to advance weapons, ships, and fortifications, with a focus on open investigations, proposed plants, and policy recommendations.
- Learn how ore import and domestic production fed steel and armor for ships and weapons
- See discussions of gun and armor casting, forging, and testing methods
- Explore the organization of navy yards, contract vs. government production, and site recommendations
- Review historical context, tables, and appendices from multiple nations and experts
Ideal for readers of naval history, military technology, and 19th‑century policy analysis.