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This book historically examines the relationship between the rise of great powers and war, giving us a clearer understanding of what a great power is? What is rise? What is war? Clarify the relationship between the rise of great powers and war in history, and what role war will play in the rise of great powers in the 21st century.

The ocean has always been a hot topic in China. For the Chinese people, there is both joy and expectation, as well as worries and crises. This mixed situation forces us to think about a series of questions related to the ocean; what does the ocean mean to us? Does the rise and power of a country necessarily require strong sea power? How can we seize the opportunities and challenges that the ocean offers? In the 21st century, can China become a naval power? This book was written and completed against this background. The book contains both history and reality, covering the properties of the ocean, the history of sea power, the rise and fall of great powers, naval development strategies, naval warfare weapons and equipment, island and maritime disputes, etc., In order to provide readers with a comprehensive perspective on ocean issues.