Dreadnought theory

Dreadnought theory refers to a strategic concept in military naval warfare, originating from the early 20th century with the launch of the HMS Dreadnought battleship in 1906. This revolutionary ship rendered older battleships obsolete due to its advanced technology, particularly its heavy armament and steam turbine propulsion. Dreadnought theorists argued that naval power shifted towards these all-big-gun battleships, emphasizing that controlling the seas required such vessels. This led to an arms race between nations, as they sought to build larger, more powerful fleets, significantly influencing naval strategy and international relations in the years leading up to World War I.