Sir Halford Mackinder
Sir Halford Mackinder (1861–1947) was a British geographer and politician, renowned for his theory of the 'Heartland,' which proposed that the control of Eurasia was key to global domination. His ideas significantly influenced strategic thinking in geopolitics and international relations, particularly during the early 20th century. Mackinder's work emphasized the importance of geography in shaping political power and the dynamics of world affairs.
Born on Feb 15, 1861 (164 years old)
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Mackinder presented his 'heartland theory' in 1904, emphasizing the importance of Eurasia for global domination.
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