Which of the following books were written by Alfred Thayer Mahan?

A. The Influence of Sea Power and History
B. The Life of Nelson
C. The Influence of Sea Power upon French Revolution and Empire
D. The Geographical Pivot of History

Correct option is D

Alfred Thayer Mahan wrote the following books:

• "The Influence of Sea Power upon History" (A), which is his most famous work, focusing on the strategic importance of naval power throughout history.
• "The Life of Nelson" (B), a biography of Admiral Horatio Nelson, which highlights his naval strategy and leadership.
• "The Influence of Sea Power upon French Revolution and Empire" (C), which is an expansion of Mahan’s theories on the impact of naval power, specifically applied to the French Revolution and the Napoleonic Wars.

However, "The Geographical Pivot of History" (D) was written by Halford Mackinder, not Alfred Thayer Mahan, and is a work of geopolitics, not related to Mahan’s theories on naval power.

Information Booster:

1. "The Influence of Sea Power upon History" is regarded as Mahan’s most influential work, shaping naval strategy for decades.
2. "The Life of Nelson" remains one of the key biographies of Admiral Horatio Nelson, exploring his victories and naval innovations.
3. "The Influence of Sea Power upon French Revolution and Empire" provides a focused analysis of naval influence during the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era.
4. Mahan’s theories about the critical role of navies in achieving national power have had a lasting influence on military strategy.
5. Although Halford Mackinder wrote "The Geographical Pivot of History", it continues to shape the field of geopolitics, particularly in terms of land-based power.