Elizabethan Sea-Dogs: A Chronicle of Drake and His Companions

Name: Elizabethan Sea-Dogs: A Chronicle of Drake and His Companions
Author: William Wood

By William Wood

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An illustrated narrative history of English seafaring in the late Tudor period, recounting early voyages of discovery, the rise of naval practice and life aboard ships, and the exploits of leading navigators and privateers. It follows the careers of figures who opened routes to the Americas, describes major raiding expeditions and a global circumnavigation, details naval actions against Spanish power including the Armada, explores colonial ventures and personalities connected with western expansion, and closes with assessments of later voyages and technical notes on Tudor ships.

About the Author

William Wood

William Wood was a notable author and historian known for his detailed chronicles of maritime history and significant events in Canadian and American history. His works often explore themes of exploration and conflict, as seen in titles like "Captains of the Civil War: A Chronicle of the Blue and the Gray" and "The War With the United States: A Chronicle of 1812." Wood also contributed to conservation efforts, particularly in his address on animal sanctuaries in Labrador. His writing reflects a deep interest in the historical narratives that shaped North America, making him a significant figure in early 20th-century historical literature.