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How did air power change warfare during World War 2?
Although airplanes changed from cloth covered wooden airplanes of WWI into metal airplanes of WWII, as well as more advanced and powerful bombers; the real change was "Naval Warfare." Air power completely eliminated the mighty battleship as a decisive naval weapon. Airplanes (launched from aircraft carriers) became the new naval weapon. WWII may be unique in that it was the only war in history in which aircraft carriers fought aircraft carriers.
How did the German U boat change the rules of naval warfare?
Weak naval powers, such as Germany during both world wars, had to revert to "Commerce Raiding" (Guerre de Course) as they did not have a powerful enough surface navy to challenge their enemies on the high seas. Thus their submarines fought primarily merchant warfare; and not fleet actions (Guerre de Escadre).
What Tactical Air Power was used during operation market garden and how effectively?
lolu
What did Alfred Mahan think was the key to America becoming a world power?
Naval power.
What treaty was responsible for limiting the construction of US naval bases in the far east?
Five Power Naval Limitation Treaty
What tactical advantage did steam power have over sail power in naval warfare?
Steam power enabled a warship to operate independent of the wind when engaged in battle. this then moved on to engines really it was an advancement in all aspects of sailing it also made the ships lighte
What is the use of naval special warfare forces is an example of which function of the Department of the Navy?
The use of naval special warfare forces is an example of the "warfare function" of the Department of the Navy.
How was Athens Military Strength?
Naval dominance was a trademark of the Athenian military. The Athenian army was no match for the size and effectiveness of the Spartan army, but what they lacked on land, they made up for at sea, with an innovation that completely changed the face of naval warfare and would make Athens the dominant naval power for a century or more.
How did air power change warfare during World War 2?
Although airplanes changed from cloth covered wooden airplanes of WWI into metal airplanes of WWII, as well as more advanced and powerful bombers; the real change was "Naval Warfare." Air power completely eliminated the mighty battleship as a decisive naval weapon. Airplanes (launched from aircraft carriers) became the new naval weapon. WWII may be unique in that it was the only war in history in which aircraft carriers fought aircraft carriers.
What is the importance of Naval Warfare in World War 1?
'cause Britain managed to control the English channel. Because almost everything was shipped by sea. If Germany had been able to prevent ships from getting to Europe from America the Europeans wouldn't have had anything to fight with, and wouldn't have had American troops to win the war for them.
What was the purpose of the great white fleets?
American naval power To show the world American naval power
When was Naval Nuclear Power Training Command created?
Naval Nuclear Power Training Command was created in 1993.
Was Austria ever a great naval power?
Austria was an important naval power before the end of World War 1.
What is the motto of Naval Forces Eastern Mindanao?
Naval Forces Eastern Mindanao's motto is 'Naval Power in the South'.
What did the unexpected naval victory at midway do?
It undermined the power and superiority of the Japanese navy. Primarily, it crushed Japan's naval air power.
What was an advanage of Sparta during the Peloponnesian War?
Sparta , being a land-based power had the advantage , initially , of having interior lines whereas Athens being a naval power lacked this advantage .[Interior lines is a strategy of warfare that is based on the concept that lines of movement, communication, and supply within an area are shorter than those on the outside.]More:In the later stages of the war, Persia provided funds to the Spartan alliance which enable them to build up a navy to match the hiterto superior Athenian navy. It also allowed the Spartan side to double the pay of rowers and sailors, which attracted the better ones to the Spartan fleet. Athens' naval supremacy was gone, and it had to stay within its city walls where it was starved into submission.
What military operation marked the beginning of the decline of Spain's dominance as a world power?
The victory of the English against the Spanish Armada, is said to be the beginning of the long decline of Spain as a world power. England established itself as a nation that would for several centuries be dominant in naval warfare.
