Traditionally, the history of English maritime adventures has focused on the great sea captains and swashbucklers. However, over the past few decades, social historians have begun to examine the less well-known seafarers who were on the dangerous voyages of commerce, exploration, privateering and piracy, as well as naval campaigns. This book brings together some of their findings.

Naval Terms Dictionary

For anyone who needs to speak Navy or understand material written about Navy.

Military History - November 2015

Military History magazine presents land, naval & air warfare from ancient times to the late 20th century. Military History is the nation’s oldest and most popular war magazine devoted to the history of warfare. Topics include naval history, army, infantry and foot soldiers from all branches of the military. Each issue contains incisive accounts from top military writers and historians who take a fresh look at our nation's military heritage: the commanders, campaigns, battles, and weapons that made history.

Adventure I - Silver Blaze
Adventure II - The Yellow Face
Adventure III - The Stock-Broker's Clerk
Adventure IV - The "Gloria Scott"
Adventure V - The Musgrave Ritual
Adventure VI - The Reigate Puzzle
Adventure VII - The Crooked Man
Adventure VIII - The Resident Patient
Adventure IX - The Greek Interpreter
Adventure X - The Naval Treaty Adventure XI - The Final Problem

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Beyond the Reef by Alexander Kent

In March 1808 war is spreading through Europe as Napoleon holds Portugal and threatens his old ally, Spain. Vice Admiral Bolitho is ordered once more to the Cape of Good Hope, to establish a permanent naval force there.