Mahan's concepts of sea power
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- The dominance over key maritime trade routes and chokepoints (such as the Suez Canal or the Strait of Malacca) is essential for national power. Controlling these routes will allow our nation to influence global trade and project its military power.
- Nations that are favorably positioned near the world’s oceans, or that can access key maritime chokepoints, will always have an upper hand. Geography can give a nation the natural advantage to project its power across the seas.
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- To truly benefit from sea power, a country must have a large merchant fleet, filled with ships carrying goods to and from distant lands. This fleet represents not only the nation’s wealth but also its reach. And in times of war, these ships can be used to support the navy, supplying troops or transporting materials. A powerful merchant marine is essential for both commerce and defense.
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- The larger and more capable the navy, the more influence a nation can exert. Battleships, for example, are key to this. They engage in decisive battles that determine control over vast stretches of ocean
- Sea power isn't just military; it’s also economic. A nation that focuses on expanding its maritime trade will grow wealthy. The more prosperous a nation becomes through trade, the stronger its sea power.
- Having a network of naval bases around the world is critical. Overseas colonies serve this purpose. They are the lifeblood of a navy far from home, ensuring that your ships can operate at full strength anywhere in the world
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