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????The secret of America's invincibility ????How does geography determine the fate of wars? ????In this video, we examine the importance of geographical features in the fate of countries. From access to open waters and its benefits for America to the challenges of landlocked countries like Iraq. We also analyze Russia's geopolitical interests in Crimea and the role of geography in America's military and economic superiority. Why is geography so influential in the fate of nations? 00:00 Topic outline 00:34 What does geopolitics mean? 01:32 The impact of geopolitics on the economies of countries 02:25 The geography of the United States and its relationship with open waters 03:32 The economic advantage of access to the ocean 05:30 The economic disadvantage of being landlocked 06:31 Iraq's water restrictions are among the causes of the war with Iran 09:21 Russia's historic attempt to control Crimea 12:03 The importance of sea distance in American wars 12:50 America and the wars of independence from Britain 14:04 The difficulty of amphibious operations 14:41 The reason for America's invincibility