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Views Of Commodore George W. Melville, Chief Engineer Of The Navy (1898)

Views Of Commodore George W. Melville, Chief Engineer Of The Navy (1898)

Melville, George Wallace

Hardcover

Technology & EngineeringFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1169556817
ISBN13: 9781169556812
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 36
Weight: 0.85
Height: 0.25 Width: 8.50 Depth: 11.00
Language: English
Views of Commodore George W. Melville, Chief Engineer of the Navy (1898) is a book written by George Wallace Melville, an American naval officer and engineer. The book contains a collection of essays and speeches delivered by Melville during his tenure as Chief Engineer of the Navy.The book covers a wide range of topics related to naval engineering and technology, including the development of steam power, the use of electricity in the navy, and the design and construction of warships. Melville also discusses his experiences serving in the navy, including his time aboard the USS Jeannette during its ill-fated Arctic expedition.Throughout the book, Melville provides insights into the challenges and opportunities facing the navy in the late 19th century. He emphasizes the importance of technological innovation and the need for a strong, well-equipped navy to protect American interests around the world.Overall, Views of Commodore George W. Melville, Chief Engineer of the Navy (1898) offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of naval engineering and technology at the turn of the century, as well as the perspectives of one of the most influential figures in the field.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.

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