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Economic Foundations of Military Power
BOARD WORK NR. 1
1. Define Mercantilism. Explain the characteristics of
Mercantilism.
2. What was Britain’s Navigation Acts? Explain its relationship
with Mercantilism.
Economic Foundations of Military Power
BOARD WORK NR. 2
1. Why did Adam Smith support the Navigation Acts in spite of
his Laissez-Faire Theory?
2. Describe the popular attitude towards a standing army during
the time of Adam Smith. What was Smith’s position regarding a standing
army?
Economic Foundations of Military Power
BOARD WORK NR. 3
1. Explain Hamilton’s “infant industry” argument.
2. What was his view on the creation of a professional army?
Economic Foundations of Military Power
BOARD WORK NR. 4
1. How did List relate wealth and power?
2. Describe List’s view of German unification