Chase Dalton - US Naval History Podcast (Page 5)

Jan 4, 2024 Age of Steam Battleships

The Fall (and Rise) of the New Navy & The Spanish American War

United States beats Spain in the Spanish American War and emerges onto the world stage as a great power, with colonies and a navy to match our newfound status. This post also touches on the changes the navy went through during this period.

Jan 3, 2024 Age of Sail

Civil War: Anacondas, Ironclads, and the River War

The Navy, starting with 42 ships, faced a massive task—blockading 3,500 miles and controlling South's rivers. Over 4 years, it grew to 700 warships, played a crucial role in the Civil War's brutal reunification.

Dec 2, 2023 Age of Steam

Perry Opens Japan

So long as the sun shall warm the earth, let no Christian dare come to Japan. And, let all know that if the king of

Nov 25, 2023 Age of Steam

The Mexican American War and Age of Steam

This post discusses the Mexican American War before circling back to discuss a couple of piracy smack-downs, trade, and the game-changing naval revolution that the

Nov 19, 2023 Age of Sail

The War of 1812

This post picks up after concluding the Quasi-War against France and finally achieving a satisfactory, tribute-free peace from the Bashaw of Tripoli after five long