02237cam a22003013u 450000100060000000300070000600500170001300600020003000700050003200800410003704000110007804100170008905000070010610000460011324500600015926400510021930000470027033600260031733700260034333800360036950000310040550800470043652013060048353400450178965300410183485600430187599900170191823496UtSlPG20260610133535.0mcr n260607r2007||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d  aUtSlPG 7aen2iso639-1 4aDA1 aKingston, William Henry Giles,d1814-188010aHow Britannia Came to Rule the Waves :bUpdated to 1900 1aSalt Lake City, UT :bProject Gutenberg,c2007  a1 online resource :bmultiple file formats  atextbtxt2rdacontent  acomputerbc2rdamedia  aonline resourcebcr2rdacarrier  aRelease date is 2007-11-15  aProduced by Nick Hodson of London, England  a"How Britannia Came to Rule the Waves" by William Henry Giles Kingston is a historical account written in the late 19th century. This work explores the evolution and development of the British Navy, detailing its customs, notable exploits, and technological advancements over the centuries. The narrative emphasizes Britain's longstanding maritime culture and significance as an island nation, presenting a comprehensive overview that readers interested in naval history or British heritage will find enlightening.  At the start of the book, Kingston discusses the gradual progress of the British Navy, highlighting the extensive efforts and innovations that led to its current state. He reflects on the ancient origins of British seafaring, referencing historical accounts of Britons possessing large vessels long before Roman invasion. The opening also explores the customs and practices derived from ancient maritime cultures, such as the Phoenicians, while setting the tone for a deep dive into naval history that will continue throughout the text. The author's engaging writing style aims to maintain reader interest, suggesting that the exploits of the British Navy are not just historical facts but narratives worthy of remembrance and celebration. (This is an automatically generated summary.)  nOriginal publication data not identified  aGreat Britain. Royal Navy -- History40uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/23496  c64548d64548