Question

Which three strategies did Alfred Thayer Mahan recommend for building and maintaining an American empire? (1 point)

Responses


[ ] Build powerful navy, establish bases, construct Panama Canal

( ) Develop industries, control shipping routes, fund expeditions

( ) Negotiate treaties, create alliances, increase trade

( ) Colonize territories, raise taxes, expand military

Answer 1

[X] Build powerful navy, establish bases, construct Panama Canal

Mahan emphasized sea power: a strong navy, overseas bases/coaling stations, and strategic canals/ports (like Panama) to control trade routes.