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This book argues that the UK, as a post-modern globalised state, will require means to have influence over events and opponents that threaten the UK's interests in the 21st century, and that its means is the Royal Navy. However, unlike other studies, this research emphasizes... Read Full Overview

1. List of Figures.- List of tables.- List of Abbreviations.- Preface.- Chapter 1: The United Kingdom: a post-modern, maritime and globalised nation.- Chapter 2: The Attributes and Roles of Naval Forces.- Chapter 3: The Fleet.- Chapter 4: Strategy: the ability to control events.-... Read Full Overview