The French Navy and American Independence

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Focusing on the interplay between military strategy and diplomacy, the author examines how the French navy was crucial in aiding American independence. He highlights the significance of long-range naval requirements in France's decision to support the colonists and explores how naval rivalry escalated from limited assistance to full-scale war. The narrative emphasizes the influence of military considerations on French diplomacy, particularly in a context where military officers were not directly involved in decision-making, yet their needs shaped diplomatic actions.