William Sowden Sims

The Victory at Sea

• Broschiertes Buch

Produktdetails

• Verlag: LEGARE STREET PR
• Seitenzahl: 434
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Oktober 2022
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 22mm
• Gewicht: 603g
• ISBN-13: 9781016973281
• ISBN-10: 1016973284
• Artikelnr.: 66747372

Autorenporträt

Admiral William Sowden Sims (1858-1936) was a distinguished officer in the United States Navy, who served with notable distinction during World War I. He was also a prolific writer and thinker on naval strategies and tactics. Sims is best known to the literary world for his memoir, 'The Victory at Sea' (1920), in which he chronicles his experiences and observations as the commander of American naval forces operating in European waters during the war. The book is regarded as an important historical document, providing insight into naval warfare and the application of then-emerging technologies such as submarines and wireless communication (Sims, W.S. The Victory at Sea. 1920). His writing is characterized by a straightforward and clear narrative style, aimed at conveying the complexities of maritime operations to both professional and lay readers. Sims's contributions to military strategy and his literary work on naval history have earned him a place of recognition among military historians and strategists alike. His leadership and innovative approaches during wartime were instrumental in transforming the U.S. Navy into a more effective and modern fighting force. Sims was the recipient of various military honors, including the Navy Distinguished Service Medal and the Legion of Honor from France, reflecting his international reputation and contributions to the Allied victory in World War I.