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may 31, 1889 - The Naval Defence Act

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The Naval Defence Act was a British law that expanded the Royal Navy to maintain its dominance. It introduced the "Two-Power Standard," meaning Britain’s navy had to be as strong as the next two largest navies combined. The act led to the construction of modern battleships and reinforced Britain’s global naval superiority.

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may 31, 1889
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~ 136 years ago