Armaments And Arbitration - Alfred Thayer Mahan - Bog

Armaments and Arbitration: Or The Place of Force in the International Relations of States is a book written by Alfred Thayer Mahan in 1912. Mahan was a renowned American naval officer and historian who is known for his contributions to naval strategy and the study of international relations. In this book, Mahan explores the relationship between military force and diplomacy in the context of international relations. He argues that while military power is an important factor in the relations between nations, it is not the only factor. Mahan believes that diplomacy and arbitration should be used as much as possible to resolve disputes between nations, rather than relying solely on military force.Mahan also discusses the role of armaments in international relations. He argues that the size and strength of a nation's military can influence its position in the world and its ability to negotiate with other nations. However, he cautions against excessive military spending and the arms race that was taking place in Europe at the time.Overall, Armaments and Arbitration is a thoughtful and insightful analysis of the complex relationship between force and diplomacy in international relations. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of international relations, military strategy, and diplomacy.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.