In A Conning Tower Or How I Took H.M.S. Majestic Into Action: A Story Of Modern Ironclad Warfare (1891) - Hardcover

by Hugh Oakeley Arnold-Forster (Author), W. H. Overend (Illustrator)

In A Conning Tower Or How I Took H.M.S. Majestic Into Action: A Story Of Modern Ironclad Warfare is a book written by Hugh Oakeley Arnold-Forster and published in 1891. The book is a first-person account of Arnold-Forster's experiences as a naval officer during the late 19th century, specifically during the time of modern ironclad warfare.The book details Arnold-Forster's time aboard the H.M.S. Majestic, a British warship, and his experiences commanding the ship during battle. The author describes the various challenges he faced as a naval officer, including the technical difficulties of operating a modern ironclad vessel, the strategic decisions he had to make during combat, and the emotional toll of war.Throughout the book, Arnold-Forster provides vivid descriptions of the battles he fought in, including the Battle of Alexandria in 1882 and the bombardment of Alexandria in 1884. He also discusses the political and social context of the time, including the tensions between Britain and other European powers.Overall, In A Conning Tower Or How I Took H.M.S. Majestic Into Action provides an engaging and informative account of modern naval warfare during the late 19th century. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of naval warfare or the experiences of naval officers during this period.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.