Seekriege und Seekriegswesen, Zweiter Band

This volume offers a comprehensive look at the great naval conflicts of the mid‑eighteenth century, covering the period from 1739 to 1793. Drawing on a wide range of contemporary sources, the author examines how the major powers—especially England, France, Spain, and the Netherlands—shaped their fleets, tactics, and ship‑building techniques during an era of expanding colonial ambition.

The book details the evolution of warships, from larger ships of the line to the emergence of the frigate, and explains advances such as copper sheathing, improved rigging, and the introduction of new artillery. It also sheds light on the organization of navies, the lives of officers and sailors, and the strategic doctrines that guided engagements. Illustrated with numerous portraits, sketches, and maps, the work provides both a vivid visual record and a clear, objective narrative of the era’s most consequential sea wars.