The Sea Road to the East, Gibraltar to Wei-hai-wei Six Lectures Prepared for the Visual Instruction Committee of the Colonial Office

"The Sea Road to the East, Gibraltar to Wei-hai-wei" by A. J. Sargent provides a series of informative talks that investigate the vital sea paths pivotal to British power. Detailing noteworthy places stretching from Gibraltar to Wei-hai-wei, the book examines their historical context along with their strategic trade and military influence. Through researched writing, the author stresses Britain's duties played in these important areas. Beginning with an introduction providing a geographical overview, the author highlights the maritime route linking Europe and Asia by way of strategic spots like Gibraltar and Malta. Sargent explains Gibraltar's vital role as the entrance to the Mediterranean, goes over the military actions it has seen, and highlights how its military importance has affected its past, while showing Malta as a strong defense and a meeting place for various cultures. In clear details, the writer encourages readers to acknowledge the past and present affects of these spots on the global dynamics of politics and trade in the Eastern world.