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What does it mean?
The sea is a natural barrier between rival nations.
In plain terms
The ocean separates France and England safely.
What can you take from it?
Nature can prevent conflict.

Where it applies

  • international relations
  • reflecting on borders

Putting it to work

  • valuing natural buffers

Questions to consider

  • What natural features shape your politics?

Another view

Ignores that seas can also be routes for invasion.

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