Gallons of ink have been used analyzing Adm. Alfred Thayer Mahan’s thoughts; his naval theories; and his contribution to sea power. One vital aspect of his life; however; has been ignored or misunderstood by many scholars: his religious faith. Mahan was a professing Christian who took his faith with the utmost seriousness; and as a result; his worldview was inherently Christian. He wrote and spoke extensively on religious issues; a point frequently ignored by many historians. This is a fundamental mistake; for a deeper and more accurate understanding of Mahan as a person and as a naval theorist can be gained by a meaningful examination of his religious beliefs. God and Sea Power is the first work to examine in a detailed and contextual way how Mahan’s faith influenced his views on war; politics; and foreign relations.
#5880543 in Books 2011-11-30Original language:English 9.00 x 6.00 x .75l; .85 #File Name: 1611630061230 pages
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