Friday, October 30, 2026

The Tyranny of Distance is Followed By the Tyranny of the Shores

Sea control is vital for American national security. But the ultimate purpose of controlling the seas is making sure Eurasian resources are not mobilized by enemies to threaten America. 

From the “Well, Duh” files: 

American soldiers’ ability to wage war in Europe and the Pacific is undermined by extreme distance from potential battlefields and shortages at key overseas headquarters, according to a new report.

Sea control is crucial. But it is crucial for projecting land power ashore.

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