Letters Papers Relating First by Atkinson (17 results)

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: Good. Volume 6. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1000grams, ISBN:

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Condition: Good. Volume 6. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. No dust jacket. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,1000grams, ISBN:

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

HRD. Condition: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition.

Original Navy Records society 1911 edition. very good condition.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book contains translated and transcribed primary source documents that shed light on the First Anglo-Dutch War, fought between England and the Dutch Republic from 1652 to 1654. The documents provide a rich and detailed account of the war's causes, major events, and aftermath. They include letters, reports, orders, and other official communications from both sides, offering a unique insight into the strategies, tactics, and experiences of those involved. Notably, the documents highlight the growing rivalry between England and the Dutch Republic, their competing commercial interests, and the significance of naval power in the 17th century. They also provide valuable insights into the development of naval warfare during this period, with the English gradually transitioning to line-of-battle tactics and the use of professional sailors, while the Dutch retained a more traditional approach. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the First Anglo-Dutch War, naval history, or the broader context of Anglo-Dutch relations in the 17th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book contains letters, papers, and battle reports from the First Anglo-Dutch War. It reveals the challenges of supplying and manning ships necessary to intercept a Dutch convoy. The Dutch fleet, under Admiral Maarten Tromp, had been sent to protect merchant ships returning home from the West Indies. The English fleet, under Generals Blake, Deane, and Monck, prepared to intercept them in the English Channel. The book includes reports from both sides describing the challenges of supplying and manning their ships, as well as vivid accounts of the battles that ensued. These rich firsthand accounts provide readers with a fascinating insight into a significant naval conflict of the 17th century. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period in Anglo-Dutch relations, the First Dutch War of 1652-1654. The author meticulously examines the events leading to the Battle of Dungeness in December 1652, a conflict that saw Dutch Admiral Maarten Tromp decisively defeat English Admiral Robert Blake. The narrative delves into the political and logistical intricacies of the war, including the Dutch reliance on the Baltic trade and the impact of the Danish king's blockade of English merchant ships in the Sound. The author analyzes Tromp's preparations for the voyage to the Isle of RÃÂ , highlighting the challenges he faced in securing crews and maintaining the readiness of his fleet. Through the lens of the Battle of Dungeness, the book explores the complexities of maritime warfare, including the role of strategy, the importance of ship design and speed, and the impact of human factors like morale and leadership. The author's extensive research illuminates the crucial role that naval power played in shaping the political landscape of seventeenth-century Europe. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

-1930. 6 volumes. With some folding maps. Orig blue and white cloth. Nice bookplate to front paste-downs. A largely unopened, fine set. (Publ. of the Navy Records Society 13, 17, 30, 37, 41 & 66).

[London], Navy Record Soc., 1899-1930. 6 vols. XX,431, XVI,388, XVIII,452,4, XIV,396,IV, XVI,429, IX,379,7 pp. Hardcovers, spines discol., sl. worn/soiled, foxing. - Each vol. with ex-libris of the Scheepvaartmuseum Amsterdam. (Publication of the Navy Record Society. Vol. XIII, XVII, XXX, XXXVII, XLI, LXVI). Rare set. - Without the seventh volume ('corrigenda').