The Story Of Our Merchant Marine: Its Period Of Glory, Its Prolonged Decadence And Its Vigorous Revival As The Result Of The World War

""The Story Of Our Merchant Marine"" by Willis J. Abbot is a comprehensive account of the history of the United States' merchant marine, from its period of glory to its decline and eventual revival as a result of World War I. The book covers the early days of American shipping, including the colonial era and the development of the clipper ship, as well as the growth of the steamship industry and the impact of the Civil War on American shipping. Abbot also delves into the challenges faced by the merchant marine in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, including competition from foreign shipping companies and the rise of the railroad industry. He examines the government's role in supporting the merchant marine, including the establishment of the United States Shipping Board and the Merchant Marine Act of 1920. Throughout the book, Abbot provides detailed accounts of significant events in the history of the merchant marine, including the sinking of the Titanic and the role of American ships in World War I. He also profiles notable figures in the industry, such as shipping magnate Cornelius Vanderbilt and naval architect William Francis Gibbs. Overall, ""The Story Of Our Merchant Marine"" provides a thorough and engaging overview of the history of American shipping, from its early days to its modern revival.A World War I Look At The History And Activities Of The American Merchant Marine Fleet.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.