A Narrow Sea

Author : Jonathan Bardon
Publisher : Gill & Company
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Ireland
ISBN : 071718059X

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The first history of the special relationship between Ireland and Scotland from acclaimed historian Jonathan Bardon, based on his BBC Radio series Based on the popular BBC Ulster radio series of the same name, A Narrow Sea traces the epic sweep of Ireland's relationship with Scotland, exploring the myriad connections, correlations, personalities and antagonisms that have, over the centuries, defined the relationship between these two spirited neighbours. In 120 brief, episodic chapters, A Narrow Sea offers a stirring and panoramic view of a connection that has shaped the course of history. Roving freely across the centuries, from the first migrations of the regions' paleolithic tribes and their encounters with Greek and Roman explorers, to the grand colonial projects of the Vikings, Normans and Stuarts, this is the story of how a shared culture laid the basis for two very different nations. 'Jonathan Bardon's lively and engaging history of the interactions between Ireland and Scotland over two millennia is a vastly pleasurable read and history at its most accessible.' Dublin Review of Books

Author : Jonathan Bardon
Publisher : Gill & Macmillan Ltd
Page : 483 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2018-10-26
Category : History
ISBN : 9780717180608

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A Narrow Sea by Jonathan Bardon Pdf

Based on the popular BBC Radio Ulster series of the same name, A Narrow Sea traces the epic sweep of Ireland's relationship with Scotland, exploring the myriad connections, correlations, personalities and antagonisms that have, over the years, defined the relationship between these two spirited neighbours.Roving freely across the centuries, from the first migrations of the regions' intrepid Mesolithic pioneers, to the grand colonial projects of the Vikings, Normans and Stuarts, this is the dramatic story of how one culture came to found two very different nations and, in doing so, project its influence as far afield as North America and Australasia.In 120 brief and accessible episodes, A Narrow Sea offers a stirring and panoramic view of a connection that has shaped the course of history on both sides of the narrow sea.

Author : Milan N. Vego
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 352 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2004-11-23
Category : History
ISBN : 9781135777166

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Naval Strategy and Operations in Narrow Seas by Milan N. Vego Pdf

Many books and articles have been written on wars in narrow seas. However, none deals in any comprehensive manner with the problems of strategy and conduct of naval operations. The aim of this book is to explain in some detail the characteristics of a war fought in narrow seas and to compare and contrast strategy and major operations in narrow seas and naval warfare in the open ocean..

Author : Steve R Dunn
Publisher : Seaforth Publishing
Page : 385 pages
File Size : 53,7 Mb
Release : 2017-01-31
Category : History
ISBN : 9781848322516

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Securing the Narrow Sea by Steve R Dunn Pdf

The Dover Patrol, which brought together an assortment of vessels ranging from the modern to the antique and included cruisers, monitors, destroyers, trawlers, drifters, yachts and airships, was commanded by a series of radical and polarizing personalities and increasingly manned by citizen volunteers. Between 1914 and 1918 the men of the Patrol sought to shut down German access to the Atlantic via the narrows of the English Channel, with the goal of preventing German bound trade going in and U-boats, commerce raiders and warships going out. Their story has rarely been told, but it was the longest, and probably the most arduous, continuous naval campaign of the war, demanding much sacrifice of ships and men. Using firsthand accounts of the participants, the book examines the wide-ranging exploits of the Dover Patrol from shore bombardment, barrage building and maintenance, antisubmarine work and escort duties to the protection of troops and supplies to the Western Front and ship-to-ship engagements with German forces. It also charts the infighting at the Admiralty which led to two changes of command and examines the personalities of the men involved. The author paints a vivid picture of a vital and little known part of the war at sea, bringing its exploits and challenges to life and culminating with the infamous Zeebrugge and Ostend raids. An important new book.

Author : Milan N. Vego
Publisher : Psychology Press
Page : 360 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2003
Category : History
ISBN : 0714653896

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Naval Strategy and Operations in Narrow Seas by Milan N. Vego Pdf

Modern marketing and advertising deeply influence the way we in which perceive the world and define our identity. Yet many of today's marketing and advertising practices are themselves products of earlier times. The development of brands, of advertising techniques and modern retailing are all associated with economic and business development of earlier periods. This collection of essays considers the emergence of modern marketing by examining product differentiation and brand creation, distribution and retailing strategies as well as advertising in a range of case studies covering the United States, Continental Europe and the United Kingdom. It highlights important innovations in marketing whilst underlining some surprising continuities, and is a valuable reference for undergraduate and postgraduate students of marketing and advertising.

Author : Peter Scott
Publisher : Pen and Sword
Page : 553 pages
File Size : 48,8 Mb
Release : 2009-09-24
Category : History
ISBN : 9781473812215

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The Battle of the Narrow Seas by Peter Scott Pdf

A WWII Royal Navy commander recounts the struggle to control the narrow seas between Britain and the rest of Europe throughout the war. A Motor Torpedo Boat Commander in the Second World War, Sir Peter Scott—the son of explorer Robert Scott—was awarded the Distinguished Service Cross for his bravery in battle. Combining his own experience with extensive military research, he tells the story of the wide-ranging naval conflict against the Germans, fought in the congested waters of the Channel and the southern North Sea. Actions against convoys and E-boats, often under the shadows of French cliffs; an impossible sortie against Scharnhorst and Gneisenau as they ran the gauntlet through the Straits in February 1942; the attack on St Nazaire; and the defensive and offensive roles taken on by MTBs during the D-Day landings are just some of the events covered in the book. The bravery of the crews of these small ships became legendary. As the War dragged on, their exploits helped to raise the morale of the nation.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 28 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 1642
Category : Great Britain
ISBN : BL:A0021780966

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Exceeding Joyful Newes from the Narrow Seas, Dover, and the Irish Seas by Anonim Pdf

Author : Brian Easton
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 688 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2020-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1776563042

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Not in Narrow Seas by Brian Easton Pdf

Not in Narrow Seas is a major contribution to the history of Aotearoa New Zealand. It covers everything from the traditional gift-based Maori economy to the Ardern government¿s attempt to deal with the economic challenges of global warming, and is the first economic history to underline the central role of the environment, beginning with the geological formation of these islands. Economist Brian Easton throws new light on some cherished national myths. He argues that Britain¿s entry into the EEC was not the major turning point that many assume; of much more lasting importance was the permanent collapse of wool prices in 1966. He asks how far it is true that New Zealand is an egalitarian country where `Jack¿s as good as his master¿. He offers the most extensive investigation yet of the Rogernomics revolution of the 1980s and early 1990s, and shows that governments of left and right are still grappling with its legacy. Easton deals with the major economic trends since the war ¿ the movement of Maori into the cities, of women into paid work, and of Pasifika people to Aotearoa. He analyses the rise of the modern Maori economy and the increased political power of business, and includes vivid pen portraits of the important yet largely unremembered people who shaped our economy. This is also a profoundly political history, which focuses not only on governments but the share of votes won by the parties: it is our first MMP history. Dr Easton, a well-known commentator and author of numerous books, here offers his greatest work, the fruit of a lifetime of reflection and research.

Author : Milan N. Vego
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 46,7 Mb
Release : 2013-09-05
Category : History
ISBN : 9781136317941

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Naval Strategy and Operations in Narrow Seas by Milan N. Vego Pdf

"First Published in 1999, Routledge is an imprint of Taylor & Francis, an informa company."

Author : Sam Hanna Bell
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 1987-01-01
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 0856403776

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Across the Narrow Sea by Sam Hanna Bell Pdf

Author : Milan Vego
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 394 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2008-10-27
Category : History
ISBN : 9781135988692

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Operational Warfare at Sea by Milan Vego Pdf

This new volume provides a comprehensive analysis of both the theory and practice of operational warfare at sea. The book is unique in using diverse sources and examples to present a comprehensive topical description and analysis of the key components of operational warfare at sea today. It opens with a survey of the emergence of operational warfare at sea since the end of the Napoleonic Wars, going on describe and analyze the objectives of naval warfare at the operational level and methods of employment of naval forces for accomplishing these objectives. The book explains the specifics of operational functions in a maritime theatre, discusses the personality traits and professional education required for successful naval operational commanders, and explores naval operational command and control in both peacetime and war, closing with predictions for the future of operational warfare at sea. This book serves as a primer of how to plan, prepare and execute major naval operations and campaigns for naval commanders and their staffs, but will also be of interest to advanced students of naval history, strategic studies and military history in general.

Author : Milan N. Vego
Publisher : Government Printing Office
Page : 1496 pages
File Size : 45,8 Mb
Release : 2009
Category : Health & Fitness
ISBN : 188473362X

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Joint Operational Warfare by Milan N. Vego Pdf

Smallholder farmers and pastoralists fulfil an invaluable yet undervalued role in conserving biodiversity. They act as guardians of locally adapted livestock breeds that can make use of even marginal environments under tough climatic conditions and therefore are a crucial resource for food security. But in addition, by sustaining animals on natural vegetation and as part of local ecosystems, these communities also make a significant contribution to the conservation of wild biodiversity and of cultural landscapes. This publication provides a glimpse into the often intricate knowledge systems that pastoralists and smallholder farmers have developed for the management of their breeds in specific production systems and it also describes the multitude of threats and challenges these often marginalized communities have to cope with.

Author : Thomas Wemyss Fulton
Publisher : DigiCat
Page : 564 pages
File Size : 48,9 Mb
Release : 2022-06-02
Category : History
ISBN : EAN:8596547038917

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The Sovereignty of the Sea by Thomas Wemyss Fulton Pdf

This book is an attempt to bring together all the available information regarding the sovereignty of the British Seas. The author aimed to trace the development of territorial waters during his time, i.e., the early 1900s. The book is split into two sections, the first containing a historical account of the claims made to the authority of the sea; the second dealing with the relic of such claims. Thomas Wemyss Fulton originally undertook this work to deal only with the subjects related to the sea fisheries. It soon became apparent that restricting the scope would lead to multiple disadvantages and present only a partial picture. This brilliant work laid the foundation on which all future research concerning the history of the British Sea Fisheries is based.

Author : Milan Vego
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 284 pages
File Size : 44,7 Mb
Release : 2016-04-14
Category : History
ISBN : 9781317439844

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Maritime Strategy and Sea Control by Milan Vego Pdf

This book focuses on the key naval strategic objectives of obtaining and maintaining sea control. During times of war, sea control, or the ability of combatants to enjoy naval dominance, plays a crucial role in that side’s ability to attain overall victory. This book explains and analyzes in much greater detail sea control in all its complexities, and describes the main methods of obtaining and maintaining it. Building on the views of naval classical thinkers, this book utilizes historical examples to illustrate the main methods of sea control. Each chapter focuses on a particular method, including destroying the enemy forces by a decisive action, destroying enemy forces over time-attrition, containing enemy fleet, choke point control, and capturing important enemy's positions/basing area, The aim is to provide a comprehensive theory and practice of the struggle for sea control at the operational level. It should therefore provide a guide to practitioners on how to plan and conduct operational warfare at sea. The book will be of much interest to students of naval strategy, defence studies and security studies.

Author : Peter Unwin
Publisher : Headline Book Pub Limited
Page : 340 pages
File Size : 46,6 Mb
Release : 2004-04-01
Category : History
ISBN : 0747244529

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The Narrow Sea by Peter Unwin Pdf

Drawing from original texts as varied asThe Anglo-Saxon Chronicleand a soldier's Second World War diaries, the author charts the landscape and seascape of northern Europe's gateway to the oceans, and reveals a history of political and military intrigue.