One well-placed strike can sink a vessel and kill thousands, swinging the tide of war. These are the deadliest battles in U.S. history. Click here to see the most pivotal naval battles of all time ...

World War One wasn't just fought on land. As Germany expanded its navy, the sea became a new battleground. Find out how in our BBC Bitesize 3rd level history articles.

WAR AT SEA.; TWENTY FAMOUS NAVAL BATTLES. Share full article. Dec. 3, 1904. Credit... The New York Times Archives. See the article in its original context from December 3, 1904, Section BR, Page ...