Fighting Instructions, 1530-1816 / Publications of the Navy Records Society Vol. XXIX.

Name: Fighting Instructions, 1530-1816 / Publications of the Navy Records Society Vol. XXIX.
Author: Julian Stafford Corbett

By Julian Stafford Corbett

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A curated collection of naval fighting instructions from the sixteenth through the early nineteenth centuries, presented with extensive introductory notes and extracts from contemporary dispatches, treatises, and officers' remarks to trace the development of sailing tactics. Official orders are grouped and annotated to explain their origin, purpose, and tactical implications, with focused commentary on key memoranda and battle practice. The volume emphasizes the relationship between gunnery, formation, and tactical thought, and shows how doctrines evolved or ossified in response to changing weapons and practice.

About the Author

Julian Stafford Corbett

Julian Stafford Corbett was a British naval historian and strategist, renowned for his contributions to maritime strategy and naval history. His works often explored the evolution of naval warfare and the principles that govern it. One of his notable publications, "Some Principles of Maritime Strategy," has been influential in both military and academic circles, providing insights into the strategic considerations of naval operations. Corbett's writings reflect a deep understanding of the interplay between sea power and national policy, making him a significant figure in the study of naval affairs.