Brown, published in 2018 by the University of Delaware Press. The book tells the story of how the US Navy has evolved since its founding in 1794 until the present day, focusing on the development of shipbuilding technology and the impact it had on society and culture. The Plot of Ships in Scale 19901112 44 In Ships in Scale 19901112 44, author John H. Brown takes readers on a journey through the history of the US Navy, from its founding in 1794 to the present day, highlighting the evolution of shipbuilding technology and its impact on society and culture. The book is divided into four parts, each focusing on a different era in the Navy's history: the early years, the age of steam, the age of steel, and the nuclear era. Part One: The Early Years (1794-1860) The first part of the book explores the early years of the US Navy, from its founding to the mid-19th century. During this period, the Navy was small and primarily focused on defending American interests in the Atlantic Ocean. The ships were made of wood and powered by sail, with limited weaponry and manpower. As the Navy grew and expanded, it faced challenges such as the War of 1812 and the Mexican-American War.

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