History of the US Navy Revised and Updated

History of the US Navy Revised and Updated by James M Morris. Published by Brompton Books Corp, Greenwich, CT, 1997. Revised Edition. Hardbound, Paper DJ. Size 4to (up to 12'' tall). Condition: Nr Fine in Good DJ. Gift dedication in ink inside front cover. 256 Pgs. ISBN 0861241622. Part 1: A Reluctant Naval Power: Colonists & Revolutionaries; For National Rights & Expansion; Civil War at Sea and on Inland Waters. Part 2: A Naval Power Born to Glory: The Nation Builds a Navy; A Partner in the Great Crusade; Retrenchment & Rebirth; Regaining the Pacific Seas; Carrying the War to Hitler. Part 3: The Cold War and the Changing Navy; Decades of Turmoil; New Challenges New Reponses. This book provides an enthralling account of the vital part naval power has played in making America what it is today. The authoritative text is complimented with numerous carefully selected illustrations and photographs which help make this a work no naval buff can afford to miss. Due to size and weight of book, additional shipping will be charged, email for quote. Description text copyright 2013 BooksForComfort. Item ID 28627.