Captain Coles and the Admiralty: With an Enquiry Into the Origin and Qualities of the Turret System of Armor-Clad War Vessels (1866)

Captain Coles and the Admiralty is a historical book published in 1866, written by an anonymous author. The book provides an in-depth account of the development of armored warships and the role of Captain Cowper Phipps Coles in the process. The author explores the origin and qualities of the turret system of armor-clad war vessels, which was a significant innovation in naval warfare during the mid-19th century.The book also sheds light on the role of the Admiralty, the British naval command, in the development of armored warships. The author delves into the various debates and controversies that surrounded the development of these ships, including the opposition to the turret system from some quarters.Captain Coles and the Admiralty is a valuable resource for historians and naval enthusiasts interested in the development of armored warships and the role of Captain Coles in this process. The book provides a detailed analysis of the technological advancements that led to the development of these ships and the political and social factors that influenced their creation.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.