American Navigation: The Political History Of Its Rise And Ruin And The Proper Means For Its Encouragement

By William W. Bates and William Wallace Bates

Book Overview

American Navigation: The Political History Of Its Rise And Ruin And The Proper Means For Its Encouragement is a book authored by William W. Bates. The book provides a comprehensive account of the political history of American navigation, tracing its rise and fall through the years. The author examines the various factors that contributed to the growth of American navigation, including government policies, technological advancements, and the role of private enterprise. The book also delves into the challenges faced by American navigation, such as competition from foreign countries, changing trade patterns, and the impact of wars. Bates analyzes the policies and measures that were implemented to address these challenges, including the Navigation Acts, tariffs, and subsidies. Furthermore, the book explores the proper means for encouraging American navigation, including the importance of a strong navy, the need for modernization and innovation, and the role of international trade agreements. Bates argues that a vibrant American navigation industry is crucial for the country's economic growth and security. Overall, American Navigation: The Political History Of Its Rise And Ruin And The Proper Means For Its Encouragement is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American navigation and the policies that have shaped it.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163122335
• ISBN13: 9781163122334
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 484 Pages
• Weight: 1.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"