The Mediterranean of the Pacific

<p>The Mediterranean of the Pacific explores the rich and complex history of maritime activity and naval power in Southeast Asia. D. Somerville Thomas examines the strategic importance of the region's waterways focusing on the interplay of colonial powers local kingdoms and diverse cultures. This book provides insights into the geopolitical dynamics that shaped the region and its enduring influence on global trade and naval strategy. Discover the historical currents that transformed the Pacific into a crucial arena of international competition. Ideal for readers interested in naval history Asian studies and maritime affairs.</p><p>This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore you will see the original copyright references library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world) and other notations in the work.</p><p>This work is in the public domain in the United States of America and possibly other nations. Within the United States you may freely copy and distribute this work as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.</p><p>As a reproduction of a historical artifact this work may contain missing or blurred pages poor pictures errant marks etc. Scholars believe and we concur that this work is important enough to be preserved reproduced and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.</p>