Tactics and Triumphs

Maritime Warfare Strategies from the Age of the Sloop William

In Tactics and Triumphs, Author Terry Sloan takes you deep into the violent, wind-powered world of early 18th-century maritime conflict — an era where pirates, privateers, and naval captains waged deadly duels for supremacy on the high seas.

Centered around the legendary final voyage of the Sloop William — the ship that marked the end of Blackbeard’s reign — this book unpacks the battle-tested strategies, tactical maneuvers, and ship-to-ship combat techniques that defined the Age of Sail.

Inside, you’ll discover:

• Detailed analysis of real naval engagements involving pirates and Royal Navy forces

• The art of sloop warfare — agility, firepower, and boarding tactics

• Rare insights into the planning, positioning, and deception that won or lost battles

• How naval tactics evolved in response to piracy, trade, and colonial warfare

Whether you're a maritime history enthusiast, a student of naval strategy, or a lover of pirate lore, Tactics and Triumphs delivers a thrilling exploration of naval warfare at its most personal — ship versus ship, man versus sea.

wordy and repetitive

The AI voice was a single tone without variation. The book was like reading the old Dick and Jane's primer. Continuously repeating and restating what had already been said. It really was a poorly done book that never drew any conclusions nor give any indication of battle tactics, location, commander, and what happened.