Introduction

This programme examines the birth and early role of the US Navy.

Part of the Battle of the United States Military Compendium.

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Outline

After a general introduction, the video covers the late 18th century and early 19th century, the Civil War, the Spanish-American War, and technological advances that occurred with the dawning of the 20th century.

Subjects Covered

• The American Civil War;
• American History;
• History;
• American Studies;
• Civil War Battles;
• The Gilded Age & Progressive Era (1876-1913);
• Civil War (1860-1865);
• Expansion & Sectionalism (1829-1859);
• Military academies;
• Military strategy;
• Navy ships;
• Naval battles;
• Battle at Hampton Roads, 08-09 March 1862;
• Spanish-American War, 1898; and
• Industrialisation and Western Global Hegemony (1750–1914).

Battle History of the US Navy Series

• Part 01: Born into War.
• Part 02: Fire and Water.
• Part 03: Steel Walls of Freedom.
• Part 04: Second to None.

Production & Filming Details

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• Distributor(s): A&E Television Networks.
• Release Date: 06 November 2000 (US).
• Running Time: 200 minutes (total running time).
• Rating: PG.
• Country: US.
• Language: English.

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