What nickname did Perry earn for his naval reforms?
Father of the Steam Navy
Admiral of the Ocean Sea
Architect of the Fleet
Commander of the Seas
Answer
The moniker "Father of the Steam Navy" bestowed upon Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry acknowledges his pivotal role in transforming the United States Navy from one reliant on wind-powered sailing ships to a formidable force driven by steam power. Perry's unwavering advocacy for steam-powered vessels revolutionized naval warfare, ensuring the United States' dominance in the age of steam-powered naval might.
The Legacy of Matthew C. Perry: A Voyage through American Naval History
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