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Robert Blake: The Ironsides Admiral and His Unyielding Fight Against Piracy

by jvbq@fastmail.nl January 26, 2024January 26, 2024Comments are Disabled

Robert Blake (born August 1599, Bridgwater, Somerset, Eng.—died Aug. 7, 1657, at sea off Plymouth, Devon) admiral who, as commander of the navy of Oliver Cromwell’s Commonwealth, became one of the most renowned seamen in English history. The son of a well-to-do merchant, Blake graduated from Oxford University in 1625 and in 1640 was elected to the Short Parliament. His staunch Puritanism led him to join the …

Underwater Archaeology: A Vital Tool for Maritime Security

by jvbq@fastmail.nl January 24, 2024Comments are Disabled

The maritime domain is a vast and interconnected space that plays a crucial role in global trade, transportation, and resource extraction. However, this vast expanse also presents unique challenges in terms of security and safety. Underwater archaeology, the study of submerged cultural heritage, has emerged as a valuable tool for addressing these challenges and enhancing …

The relation between international law of the sea and maritime security

by jvbq@fastmail.nl January 23, 2024January 23, 2024Comments are Disabled

International law of the sea and maritime security are closely intertwined. The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS) is the cornerstone of international maritime law, and it establishes a framework for states to cooperate on maritime security issues. UNCLOS also provides a legal basis for states to take measures to protect …

Mourning the loss of two Navy SEALs who are presumed dead

by jvbq@fastmail.nl January 22, 2024January 22, 2024Comments are Disabled

Our hearts are heavy with the news of the loss of the two Navy SEALs who went missing at sea off the coast of Somalia. These brave men were serving their country with honour and distinction when they were tragically taken from us. We extend our deepest condolences to their families, friends, and fellow SEALs. …

Safeguarding the Merchant Navy: A Multifaceted Approach to Maritime Security

by jvbq@fastmail.nl January 21, 2024January 21, 2024Comments are Disabled

The merchant navy, the backbone of global trade, plays a vital role in the economic well-being and interconnectedness of nations. However, its ships and seafarers operate in an increasingly complex and challenging maritime environment, facing a range of security threats that can disrupt trade, endanger lives, and jeopardize the stability of international waters. Traditional Security …

Maritime Security in the Scandinavian Countries

by jvbq@fastmail.nl January 21, 2024January 21, 2024Comments are Disabled

The Scandinavian countries – Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland – are situated in a strategically important region, with their coastlines spanning the North Atlantic, Baltic Sea, and Arctic Ocean. Their maritime domain is not only vital for their economic prosperity and trade but also plays a crucial role in their national security. As a result, …

Commander Hillebrand Gerritsz. Quast fighting barbary pirates

by jvbq@fastmail.nl January 21, 2024January 25, 2024No Comments

Hillebrand Gerritsz. Quast, of Enkhuizen, was commander of the admiralty of the Northern Quarter, with the Heemskerck fleet in 1607 as commander of a ship from Enkhuizen, and took part in the battle of Gibraltar. He became commander of three ships in 1612 to cruise on the Barbary pirates; in the following years, too, he …

Admiral Sir William Sidney Smith: paving the way for a more stable and lawful maritime environment

by jvbq@fastmail.nl January 21, 2024January 26, 2024No Comments

Admiral Sir William Sidney Smith (1764 – 1840), a name often overshadowed by the more celebrated Horatio Nelson, was a remarkable naval officer who played a crucial role in shaping the course of the American and French Revolutionary Wars. Despite his many accomplishments, Smith’s legacy has been largely overlooked, leaving him as a forgotten hero …