Historical factor
Naval power
Naval power is a recurring factor in imperial rise, as control of sea-lanes allows states to move armies, protect trade and project force across great distances. Maritime empires built their wealth and reach on fleets and ports. The Punic Empire depended on its navy to dominate the western Mediterranean, the Srivijaya Empire policed the straits of South-east Asia, and the British, Portuguese and Dutch empires built global networks on sea power.
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