From Colonial Wealth to North Sea Oil and Beyond | Cash Cow
The Changing Fortunes of the UK Navy The Royal Navy of the United Kingdom has long been a symbol of maritime power and global influence, but its trajectory has been shaped by significant financial shifts over the centuries. From colonial India to North Sea oil, these “cash cows” have profoundly influenced the navy’s strength. Today, the challenges facing the UK’s naval power reveal the limitations of relying on such singular financial sources. Colonial India as…