Comparisons between the various military forces of the world, be they land, naval, or air forces, are nothing new or even original. In fact, our
Tag: Tactics
Book Review: A History of Naval Tactical Thought by Giuseppe Fioravanzo
Note: I’m trying a different format for book reviews. Topic & Content A textbook discussing the application and changes to naval tactics throughout history from
The Line of Battle
AKA Battle Line, line-ahead, or column formation One of the most historically important concepts with regard to naval warfare, the line of battle is also
The Weather Gage
Also spelled weather gauge The weather gage refers to how two ships are positioned relative to each other in relation to the direction of the
Points of Sail
When discussing sailing tactics and naval warfare in the age of sail, the topic of points of sail frequently comes up. Points of sail merely
Tacking and Wearing/Jibing
Note: for the sake of simplicity, I’ll be using these terms in a very general manner. Different sailors from different eras, experiences, or backgrounds can
