German Sea-Power Its Rise Progress and Economic Basis

German Sea-Power Its Rise Progress and Economic Basis by Archibald Spicer Hurd delves into the historical evolution of German naval power focusing on the rise of the first German Navy in the nineteenth century. The book explores the economic foundations of German naval policy the growth of the German population and the country's industrial development. It discusses the decline of the Hanseatic League the establishment of the first German Navy in 1848 and the challenges faced in acquiring ships and personnel for the fleet. Through detailed narratives it sheds light on the economic and industrial evolution of Germany emphasizing key historical events and figures.