2007/01/01 by John B. Hattendorf · 1 citation
Social Sciences · Arts and Humanities · Engineering · #Maritime Security and History #Global Maritime and Colonial Histories #Maritime and Coastal Archaeology #Encyclopedia #Maritime history #Context (archaeology) #Shipbuilding #Politics #History #Engineering #Political science #Law #Archaeology
paper · doi:10.1093/acref/9780195130751.001.0001
openalex publication_date 2007/01/01 · openalex created_date 2025/10/10 · openalex updated_date 2026/07/15
2008 Dartmouth Medal Winner2008 ALA/RUSA Outstanding Reference SourceThe Encyclopedia covers the entire history of seafaring, from ancient Egyptian shipbuilders to the nuclear submarines and supertankers of today. Over nine hundred articles written by leading historians examine all aspects of maritime history, including naval history, shipbuilding, biographies of major figures, navigation and scientific instrumentation, maritime art and literature, commerce and economics, and international law. Placing maritime affairs in their larger historical context, the Encyclopedia shows how seafaring has both reflected and influenced the major economic, cultural, military, and political developments in world history.