Alfred Mahan

H - During this time, there was a lot of peace for America, and, as a result, many people did not see the need for a strong navy. Along with this, it would seem as if America’s economy had become relatively less reliant on the navy’s protection, regardless of whether it was the more efficient method or not.

A - This document is intended to be targeted toward the American government or high ranking military officers who could help in building a stronger navy. People such as Theodore Roosevelt paid attention to his ideas and incorporated them into their work.

3 Historical Examples

• Progressive era

• Industrial revolution

• American empire

What the document reveals about the author:

This author is in support of the strengthening of the American navy, even in peacetime, believing it to be the best way to maintain and expand the United States’ position in the world economy.

What the document reveals about the time period:

This document shows the changing ideals within the United States about how the composition of the military should be in different times .