Essay How Far Do You Agree That The Role Of The British Royal Navy
How far do you agree that the role of the Royal Navy did not substantially change between 1763-1914?
The period between 1763 to 1914 was a time of major change for the Royal Navy. In their attempt to gain full control over the waters, they adopted multiple naval tactics, incorporated new technology in terms of ship types and weapons on boards; all effecting the role of the Navy worldwide. The British Royal Navy had no match or rival; especially evident after they decisively destroyed their European rivals: the French, Dutch and the Spanish, by 1763. However, full dominancy wasn’t reached until 1805, during the destruction of the Franco-Spanish fleet at Trafalgar. Once the Royal Navy achieved dominance, the navy began playing major roles in trade, diplomacy and exploration, therefore, spreading British influence from …show more content…
The role of the Royal Navy changed drastically between the the 18th century and the 20th century, whether it be technological or political.
The change in technology was a major asset to the Royal Navy’s growth in dominance. By 1763, the Royal Navy was the result of centuries of tactical and technological developments, however, simultaneously, rival powers were also developing new and more powerful weapons and technology to outdo the British. British tactics, by 1763, were substantially superior to those during the earlier periods. Previously, ships would line up alongside enemy ships, allowing soldiers to board and plunder, etc. However, the technological advances made during the “Age of Sail” allowed for canons to be mounted alongside the side of ships; ensuring more damage to the enemy. The chances of success at sea depended upon the size of weapons and reliability of the guns (reload capability, accuracy, etc) and the manoeuvre capabilities of the ships. Well constructed ships and the power of the guns, were major assets to the
The period between 1763 to 1914 was a time of major change for the Royal Navy. In their attempt to gain full control over the waters, they adopted multiple naval tactics, incorporated new technology in terms of ship types and weapons on boards; all effecting the role of the Navy worldwide. The British Royal Navy had no match or rival; especially evident after they decisively destroyed their European rivals: the French, Dutch and the Spanish, by 1763. However, full dominancy wasn’t reached until 1805, during the destruction of the Franco-Spanish fleet at Trafalgar. Once the Royal Navy achieved dominance, the navy began playing major roles in trade, diplomacy and exploration, therefore, spreading British influence from …show more content…
The role of the Royal Navy changed drastically between the the 18th century and the 20th century, whether it be technological or political.
The change in technology was a major asset to the Royal Navy’s growth in dominance. By 1763, the Royal Navy was the result of centuries of tactical and technological developments, however, simultaneously, rival powers were also developing new and more powerful weapons and technology to outdo the British. British tactics, by 1763, were substantially superior to those during the earlier periods. Previously, ships would line up alongside enemy ships, allowing soldiers to board and plunder, etc. However, the technological advances made during the “Age of Sail” allowed for canons to be mounted alongside the side of ships; ensuring more damage to the enemy. The chances of success at sea depended upon the size of weapons and reliability of the guns (reload capability, accuracy, etc) and the manoeuvre capabilities of the ships. Well constructed ships and the power of the guns, were major assets to the