The Navy in the War of William III 1689 1697 - Ehrman

The Navy in the War of William III 1689-1697. Its state and direction by John Ehrman traces the role played by the English navy during the years 1689–97, during which time England became the dominant sea power of Europe. The study is divided into two parts. The first focuses on the background of naval administration, considering ships of the line and their construction, shipyards and dockyards, naval personnel, provisions, finances, and the Lord Admiral's department at the end of 1688. The second part provides the context of the war, beginning with the legacy of Samuel Pepys and the initial mobilization in 1688, and then tracing the successive years of war to the eventual demobilization in 1697. Illustrated with 12 plates. Hardcover. 710pp.