England in the Mediterranean V2: A Study of the Rise and Influence of British Power Within the Straits, 1608-1718 (1904)

""England in the Mediterranean V2"" is a historical study written by Julian Stafford Corbett, originally published in 1904. The book explores the rise and influence of British power within the Straits of Gibraltar between the years 1608 and 1718. Corbett provides a detailed account of the various political, economic, and military events that contributed to the growth of British power in the Mediterranean region during this period. He examines the role of key figures such as Oliver Cromwell and Charles II, as well as the development of British naval strategy and tactics. The book also delves into the complex relationships between Britain, France, Spain, and the Ottoman Empire, and the impact of these relationships on British influence in the Mediterranean. Overall, ""England in the Mediterranean V2"" is a comprehensive and insightful analysis of a crucial period in British history, providing valuable insights into the country's emergence as a major global power.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.