Naval Power Suppressed By The Maritime States

Naval Power Suppressed By The Maritime States: Crimean War (1874) is a historical book written by David Urquhart. The book explores the Crimean War of 1853-1856, which was fought between the Russian Empire and an alliance of France, Britain, the Ottoman Empire, and Sardinia. The focus of the book is on the naval aspects of the war, and the author argues that the maritime powers of France and Britain suppressed the naval power of Russia in order to maintain their own dominance over the seas. Urquhart provides a detailed account of the naval battles of the war, including the Siege of Sevastopol and the Battle of Sinop. He also discusses the political and economic motivations behind the conflict, and the role of diplomacy in shaping the outcome of the war. Throughout the book, Urquhart emphasizes the importance of naval power in international relations, and the ways in which maritime states use their naval strength to exert influence over other nations. Overall, Naval Power Suppressed By The Maritime States: Crimean War (1874) offers a unique perspective on the Crimean War, focusing on the naval aspects of the conflict and the role of maritime powers in shaping the outcome of the war. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in naval history, international relations, and the geopolitics of the 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.