Spanish Naval Power, 1589-1665: Reconstruction and Defeat (Cambridge Studies in Early Modern History)
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David Goodman (Author)
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This is the first book to attempt a comprehensive analysis of the state of Spain's naval forces in the years following the defeat of the Great Armada in 1588 and during the seventeenth century. This was a period in which all of Europe's maritime powers were attaching increasing importance to naval warfare in their bid to topple Spain and to seize the rich pickings of her vast empire. The book is not, however, about naval battles and tactics. It is a study of the political, social, economic and technological conditions that influenced the character and performance of the Spanish navy. Based on hitherto untapped material in national and local Spanish archives, the book's findings throw new light on the conservation of Spain's timber resources, naval funding, recruitment and the status of the Spanish seaman. 2 Tables, unspecified; 7 Maps; 10 Halftones, unspecified
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- Contributor: David Goodman
- Imprint: Cambridge University Press
- ISBN13: 9780521522571
- Number of Pages: 328
- Packaged Dimensions: 152x229x19mm
- Packaged Weight: 480
- Format: Paperback
- Publisher: Cambridge University Press
- Release Date: 2003-11-13
- Series: Cambridge Studies in Early Modern History
- Binding: Paperback / softback
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