History of the Indian Navy, Vol. 2 of 2 (Classic Reprint)

This book covers the illustrious history of the Indian Navy from 1831 to 1838, a period marked by technological advancements and diplomatic challenges. The author chronicles significant events, such as the 1831 Chinese conflict and the 1833 reforms under Lord William Bentinck. The book also delves into the pivotal role played by the Indian Navy in exploring the Red Sea, the Persian Gulf, and the coasts of Burma. Through the lens of key figures like Commodore Sir John Hayes, the author examines the challenges faced by the Navy, including the suppression of piracy and the maintenance of regional stability. The book offers a comprehensive understanding of the Indian Navy's evolution, highlighting its contributions to maritime history and its significance as a force in shaping the region's geopolitical landscape.Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books.This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.This text has been digitally restored from a historical edition. Some aesthetic errors may persist, however it has been deemed that any such will not detract from the work's significant historical value.The digital edition of all books may be viewed on our website before purchase.