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British Flag Officers in the French Wars, 1793-1815: Admirals' Lives

Posted By: arundhati
Date: 25 Jun 2023 05:45:08
British Flag Officers in the French Wars, 1793-1815: Admirals' Lives

John Morrow, "British Flag Officers in the French Wars, 1793-1815: Admirals' Lives"
English | ISBN: 1474277675 | 2018 | 352 pages | PDF | 7 MB

During the French wars (1793-1801, 1803-1815) the system of promotion to flag rank in the Royal Navy produced a cadre of admirals numbering more than two hundred at its peak. These officers competed vigorously for a limited number of appointments at sea and for the high honours and significant financial rewards open to successful naval commanders. When on active service admirals faced formidable challenges arising from the Navy's critical role in a global conflict, from the extraordinary scope of their responsibilities, and from intense political, public and professional expectations. While a great deal has been written about admirals' roles in naval operations, other aspects of their professional lives have not been explored systematically.



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