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Which best represents Alfred Thayer Mahan’s position on US imperialism in the late 1800s?

Maintaining a strong navy was important for defense, rather than using resources for colonization.
Choosing not to establish colonies would prevent the need for a strong navy, saving US resources.
Establishing diplomatic ties with nations around the world would ensure support for a strong US navy.
Establishing a strong navy would help the US establish colonies, which would keep the navy strong.

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"Establishing a strong navy would help the US establish colonies, which would keep the navy strong."

Mahan argued that sea power — a powerful navy plus overseas bases and colonies — was essential to national greatness and economic strength.