""Drake and the Tudor Navy V2"" by Julian S. Corbett is a historical book that explores the rise of England as a maritime power during the Tudor era. The book focuses on the life and accomplishments of Sir Francis Drake, one of the most famous naval commanders of the time. It covers his early life, his voyages of exploration and piracy, and his role in the defeat of the Spanish Armada. The book also provides a detailed history of the Tudor Navy, including its organization, tactics, and technology. This volume is the second in a two-part series and was originally published in 1899. It is an essential read for anyone interested in Tudor history, naval history, or the life of Sir Francis Drake.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.