Explain how the Ming Dynasty used its navy. Why was this navy sent to ports in the Pacific and Indian Oceans? What message did the navy hope to convey to the leaders in these foreign port cities?

judaism developed through the growth of a single nation of people

christianity developed through followers spreading the religion throughout the world.

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the confederate at bull run

the alfred thayer mahan award for literary achievement is awarded each year by the navy league of the united states. the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation. presented since 1957, "this award for literary achievement is awarded to a u.s. navy officer, u.s. marine corps officer, enlisted service member, or civilian who has made a notable literary contribution that has advanced the knowledge of the importance of sea power in the united states."[1]