Samuel Eliot Morison Livres

"Samuel Eliot Morison was commissioned into the United States Naval Reserve in 1942. During his time in the reserves he began writing the 'History of United States Naval Operations in World War II', a work in fifteen volumes that covers strategic planning, battle tactics, and technological advances used during America's war at sea, as well as the heroic actions of many of the participants. In this volume on the Battle of Leyte, Morison found that supurb skill, heroism, and aggressiveness, including confusion, surprise, and faulty assumptions were significant factors in the outcome. The victory enabled the U.S. Navy to move troops and long-range bomber planes into positions so close to Japan that defeat was almost inevitable. Morison's account includes major engagements surrounding the taking of Leyte: the U.S. Navy's extraordinary display of "gallantry, guts, and gumption" at the Battle of Samar and the extraordinary execution of action and battle plans that took place during the Battle of Surigao Strait."--Back cover.

Focusing on pivotal events of World War II, this comprehensive history details the U.S. Navy's operations across both the Atlantic and Pacific theaters. It covers essential moments such as the Pearl Harbor attack, the submarine warfare, and significant battles like Coral Sea and Midway. The narrative also explores the grueling campaigns in Guadalcanal and the leapfrogging strategy in the Pacific, culminating in the invasions of Europe and the climactic confrontations at Leyte and Okinawa, leading to Japan's eventual surrender.

The Struggle for Guadacanal, August 1942-February 1943, Volume 5 in the series, covers the six major engagements in the waters surrounding Guadalcanal, in which the U.S. Navy experienced more fighting than in any three previous wars. From the Solomon Islands campaign to the courageous actions of Edson's Raiders at the Battle of the Bloody Ridge and the Battle of Tassafaronga, the author describes events from the ship decks, cockpits, and ridgetops where the fate of thousands was decided.

A social, cultural, and economic as well as political history of the United States, this single volume unabridged edition of Morison's classic history traces the major strands in America's history all the way from prehistoric humans to the assasination of President Kennedy."Prospective readers may well ask wherein [this history] may differ in form and content from other American histories of similar length. Politics are not lacking; but my main ambition is to re-create for my readers American ways of living in bygone eras. Here you will find a great deal on social and economic development; horses, ships, popular sports, and pastimes; eating, drinking, and smoking habits. Pugilists will be found cheek-by-jowl with Presidents; rough-necks with reformers, artists with ambassadors."More…than in other histories will be found on sea power, on the colonial period in which basic American principles were established, on the American Indians, and the Caribbean. I am offering fresh, new accounts of the Civil War and the War of Independence. A brief account of the parallel history of Canada, so near and dear to us, yet so unknown in her historical development to most citizens of the United States, has been attempted." -- from the Preface

Exploring the theme of dissent, this book examines the perspectives and actions of individuals and groups who opposed the U.S. involvement in three significant wars. It delves into the historical context, motivations, and consequences of anti-war sentiments, highlighting the voices that challenged the status quo. Through a critical lens, the narrative reveals the complexities of patriotism, activism, and the struggle for peace in times of conflict.

The seventh volume in Admiral Morison's History of the United States Naval Operations in World War II picks up operations in the Aleutians where they were broken off after the Battle of Midway and carries them through the capture of Attu and Kiska, including the Battle of the Komandorskis.

The book features classic works from the early 1900s and earlier, which have become rare and costly over time. It aims to make these literary gems accessible by republishing them in affordable, high-quality modern editions that preserve the original text and artwork.

Harrison Gray Otis was one of the most prominent Federalists of his era, a leading advocate for ratification of the Constitution and a critic of the excesses of the early Republic. In this work by acclaimed historian Samuel Eliot Morison, Otis's life and career are explored in detail, shedding new light on the political and social history of the early United States.

The book is recognized for its significant contribution to literature, making it a valuable resource for scholars and future generations. It is presented in its original form, preserving its authentic character, including any marks from the first publication. This approach underscores its historical importance and the intent to maintain the integrity of the text for academic study.