Vividly written and well researched by a noted historian of the period, this succinct history credits the Union Navy as an essential element in the northern victory. Neither ponderous nor hagiographic, the work presents characters and events that have been previously neglected and offers candid assessments of officers, men, and material. Originally published in 1990, when it was a Military History Book Club selection, the work is considered a must for Civil War buffs. It is an authoritative and gripping story of the battles waged. The author provides a rare look at the war fought by primitive northern gunboats drifting through Louisiana's muddy bayous, Yankee merchantmen captured by rebel privateers at sea, and Union ironclads subduing hotly defended Southern forts. Nor does William Fowler neglect the subtler sparrings behind the scenes: War Secretary Stanton and Navy Secretary Welles competing for Lincoln's favor and Welles's fierce duel of strategies with his Confederate counterpart, Stephen Mallory. Finally, the author describes the astonishing transformation of the Navy itself from a ragtag fleet of aging steamers and paddleboats to one of the most powerful waterborne forces in the world.

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A biography of one of the greatest churchillians, a crucial lynch-pin between Britain and France

The Warsaw ghetto uprising was planned and accomplished by two organizations, the ZOB (Zydowska Organizacja Bojowa Jewish Fighting Organization) and the ZZW (Zydowska Zwiazek Wojskowy Jewish Military Union). While the part of the ZOB is well known though multiple books and articles, the part of the ZZW has been largely ignored for political reasons. Using extensive primary source material from Polish, Jewish and German sources, much of it here translated into English for the first time, the role of the ZZW is reported and analyzed, with special attention given to the fierce battle waged over the Polish and Jewish flags hoisted over the ghetto.

"The Boy Allies Under Two Flags" by Clair W. Hayes is an enchanting tale set towards the backdrop of World War I, showcasing the adventures of two younger protagonists, Hal Paine and Chester Crawford. As the title shows, the lads locate themselves navigating the complexities of struggle whilst serving beneath distinctive flags, emphasizing the worldwide scope of the conflict. The narrative unfolds with Hal and Chester joining forces with the Allied forces in their valiant efforts to counter the enemy. The duo's camaraderie is tested as they face a myriad of challenges, from risky missions at the back of enemy traces to the intricacies of international alliances in the course of wartime. Clair W. Hayes skillfully captures the spirit of the era, supplying readers with a brilliant portrayal of the battle-torn landscapes and the courageous those who fought amidst the chaos. The novel not most effective serves as a thrilling struggle journey however additionally explores subject matters of friendship, loyalty, and the effect of global occasions on the lives of young protagonists. Hayes' storytelling prowess shines via as the lads navigate thru espionage, risk, and strategic maneuvers.