General Alfred Thayer Mahan

Admiral Alfred Thayer Mahan was a 19th-century American naval officer and thinker who emphasized the importance of sea power for a nation's strength and influence. He argued that control of maritime routes and strong naval forces enable countries to expand their economies, project military power, and secure global dominance. His ideas influenced many modern navies and policymakers, highlighting the strategic significance of naval supremacy in international relations and imperial ambitions.