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Tells the story of the Civil War at sea in the context of three campaigns - the blockade of the southern coast, the raiding of Union commerce, and the projection of power ashore.

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“An excellent introduction to the Civil War on the high seas and along the coasts.”—The Journal of Military History
“Concise, intelligent, and eminently readable. . . . I recommend the book heartily.”—Paper Wars
“Readers who want to think about the large naval—and often governmental, diplomatic, logistical, economic, and military—facets of the war will find much in Roberts’ book to ponder.”—Richard M. McMurry, Blue & Gray

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      Publisher: University of Nebraska Press
      Publication Date: Publication Date: 01/11/2004
      ISBN13: 9780803238619, 978-0803238619
      ISBN10: 0803238614

      Description

      Book Synopsis
      Tells the story of the Civil War at sea in the context of three campaigns - the blockade of the southern coast, the raiding of Union commerce, and the projection of power ashore.

      Trade Review
      “An excellent introduction to the Civil War on the high seas and along the coasts.”—The Journal of Military History
      “Concise, intelligent, and eminently readable. . . . I recommend the book heartily.”—Paper Wars
      “Readers who want to think about the large naval—and often governmental, diplomatic, logistical, economic, and military—facets of the war will find much in Roberts’ book to ponder.”—Richard M. McMurry, Blue & Gray

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