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Difference Between The Navy Of The 1800's

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The Navy of the 1800s was very different from the Navy that can be seen today. The tactics, personnel, structure, and leadership all made it a unique force. While watching Master and Commander it was surprising to see the variety of people on board a regular Navy ship. From young boys to very old men, each played a role in the war effort. The Naval Act of 1794 established the rank of Midshipman in the United States Navy. Although they had trivial responsibilities, their main focus was to train and become a Naval Officer. These were typically young men from the age of 14-22, but many younger than that served as an officer’s servant or volunteer. The main difference between these Midshipmen and those in modern times is that they were trained

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