The History of the United States Navy

The History of the United States Navy

Documentary 2023

Available on Prime Video, The Great Courses Signature Collection

Exploring the rich 250-year saga of the US Navy, from its inception to global prominence in WWII and the Cold War. Dive into its pivotal role in conflicts and peacekeeping, gaining insight into an essential aspect of American history.

Documentary 2023

PG

Starring Craig Symonds

EPISODE 1

The British Origins of the US Navy

Exploring the British Royal Navy during US independence, delving into the lives of officers and sailors, facing harsh realities at sea.

29 min · Aug 11, 2023 PG
EPISODE 2

American Revolution on River, Lake, and Sea

Witnessing Lake Champlain's shipbuilding, the birth of the Continental Navy, and John Paul Jones' exploits. Exploring privateering's role in the conflict.

30 min · Aug 11, 2023 PG
EPISODE 3

Alexander Hamilton and the Early Navalists

Tracing disputes over a standing US Navy; Discover threats to American merchants and the Department of the Navy's creation.

32 min · Aug 11, 2023 PG
EPISODE 4

British Blockade and the War of 1812

Investigating economic and political conflicts led to the US declaring war on Britain in 1812; Explore key naval battles and their strategic impact.

32 min · Aug 11, 2023 PG
EPISODE 5

Pirates of the Barbary Coast and Caribbean

After initially combatting piracy, Witnessing the Navy's ongoing efforts against privateering and piracy following the conclusion of the War of 1812.

31 min · Aug 11, 2023 PG
EPISODE 6

Navy Expeditions from Antarctica to Japan

Tracking the Navy's four-year scientific expedition, examine naval episodes in the Mexican-American War, and witness the founding of the US Naval Academy.

32 min · Aug 11, 2023 PG

Craig Symonds

Host

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The History of the United States Navy

DOCUMENTARY

Exploring the rich 250-year saga of the US Navy, from its inception to global prominence in WWII and the Cold War. Dive into its pivotal role in conflicts and peacekeeping, gaining insight into an essential aspect of American history.

Information

Studio: The Great Courses
Released: 2023
Rated: PG

Languages

Audio: English (AAC), English (United States)
Subtitles: English (CC)

Accessibility

: Closed captions (CC) refer to subtitles in the available language with the addition of relevant non-dialogue information.