A Short History of the Royal Navy, 1217 to 1688

Name: A Short History of the Royal Navy, 1217 to 1688
Author: David Hannay

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A concise narrative tracing the Royal Navy's evolution from medieval coastal forces through Tudor reforms to the matured sea power of the seventeenth century. It surveys ship design, administrative organization, logistics and seafaring practice, and chronicles major engagements and maritime diplomacy, including prolonged conflicts with continental rivals. The text examines the navy's role in civil and political contests, the development of naval warfare and state control at sea, and concludes at the political turning point that separates earlier maritime expansion from the later era of sustained naval dominance.

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David Hannay

David Hannay was a British author and historian known for his works on naval history and biography. His notable contributions include "A Short History of the Royal Navy, 1217 to 1688," which provides a comprehensive overview of the Royal Navy's early history, and its sequel, "A Short History of the Royal Navy, 1217-1815. Volume II, 1689-1815," which continues the narrative into the 19th century. Hannay also wrote the biography "Life of Frederick Marryat," highlighting the life of the famous naval novelist. His works reflect a deep interest in maritime affairs and the evolution of naval power during significant historical periods.