Mahan’s Sea Power Theory

Alfred Thayer Mahan's Sea Power Theory posits that a nation's strength and influence are significantly determined by its naval power. He argued that control of the seas through a strong navy and merchant fleet allows a country to protect its trade routes, project military power, and expand its influence globally. Mahan emphasized the importance of strategic naval bases, a strong fleet, and trade dominance as key elements for achieving national greatness. His ideas shaped naval strategies and policies in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, influencing many world powers' military and maritime approaches.