The War at Sea
How it all happened
The War at Sea
Throughout the Revolutionary War, American naval forces tried to avoid a direct confrontation with the Powerful British Navy. Instead, concentrated on disturbing Great Britain's Trade. The small Continental Navy, with the help of about 2,000 privateers, inflicted heavy damage on British shipping.
The Small Continental War
The main goal of the navy was to intercept shipments of British material and generally disrupt British operations.
The British Navy
The British Navy was the most powerful navy.
The War at Sea (more info)
When the first World War broke out in 1914 the British Navy was more powerful than any other in the world.