Nationalism, Geopolitics, and Naval Expansionism From the Nineteenth Century to the Rise of China

Authors

Robert S. Ross

Number

4

Abstract

Naval nationalism can encourage expansionist maritime policies, which can force acquisitions that are not informed by strategic interests and that ultimately undermine security and contribute to unnecessary and costly great-power conflict.

Recommended Citation

Ross, Robert S. (2018) "Nationalism, Geopolitics, and Naval Expansionism From the Nineteenth Century to the Rise of China," Naval War College Review: Vol. 71: No. 4, Article 4.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol71/iss4/4