The book "Reports on educational institutions of the Maritime Department for 1861" is a unique historical document that immerses the reader in the world of Russian maritime education of the mid-19th century. Compiled by a team of authors, this work not only captures the achievements and problems of educational institutions, but also opens up the veil of time when maritime business was just beginning to take its modern forms. This publication contains reports on the activities of various educational institutions under the auspices of the Maritime Department. By reading these pages, you will be able to learn about how sailors and officers were trained, what disciplines were taught, what the conditions of training were and what challenges educational institutions of the time faced. Each report is not just dry figures and facts, but living evidence of how Russia’s maritime elite was formed, what their dreams and aspirations were. The book will be of interest not only to historians and researchers, but also to lovers of marine history, students and anyone interested in the development of education in Russia. It will be a real treasure for those who want to understand more deeply how maritime culture and traditions were formed, as well as what changes educational institutions have undergone in response to the challenges of the time. The topics raised in the book cover a wide range of issues, from teaching methodologies and curricula to the social and economic conditions in which these institutions existed. Readers will be able to see how learning approaches have changed, what innovations have been introduced and how this has affected the training of specialists who subsequently served in the Navy. In addition, the reports contain information on the interaction of educational institutions with other government agencies, which allows a better understanding of the context and importance of maritime education in Russia at that time. The style of the authors is characterized by thoroughness and attention to detail, which makes reading not only informative, but also fascinating. Each report is written with clarity and logic, which makes it easy to perceive information, even if you are not an expert in the field of maritime affairs. The book is replete with historical facts that can form the basis for further research and discussion. If you are looking for books similar in subject, pay attention to the "History of the Russian fleet" or "Marine Affairs in Russia: from Peter I to the present day" These works will help you to better understand the context in which maritime education and the navy developed in Russia. "Reports on educational institutions of the Maritime Department for 1861" is not just a book, but a real find for anyone interested in history, maritime affairs and education. It opens up new horizons for the reader and allows them to look at the past from a completely different angle. Do not miss the opportunity to touch this important piece of history, which, of course, deserves your attention.