Drake and the Tudor Navy V2: With a History of the Rise of England as a Maritime Power (1899)

""Drake and the Tudor Navy V2: With a History of the Rise of England as a Maritime Power (1899)"" is a historical non-fiction book written by Julian S. Corbett. The book is the second volume of a two-part series that chronicles the life and naval career of Sir Francis Drake, one of England's most famous naval commanders during the Tudor era. The book begins with a detailed account of Drake's circumnavigation of the globe, during which he became the first Englishman to sail around the world. It then delves into his role in the defeat of the Spanish Armada, which helped establish England as a major naval power. In addition to Drake's life and achievements, the book also covers the broader historical context of England's rise as a maritime power during the Tudor period. It explores the political, economic, and social factors that contributed to England's naval dominance, as well as the technological advancements that helped the country build and maintain a powerful navy. Overall, ""Drake and the Tudor Navy V2"" is a comprehensive and engaging account of one of England's most important historical figures and the country's emergence as a dominant naval power. It is a must-read for anyone interested in naval history, Tudor history, or the life and legacy 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.