If im correct the answer should be Submarines and mines were an inexpensive and better way to engage battleships. I hope this helps. let me know if it doesnt
The following year it adopted a resolution for independence on July 2, 1776, and two days later approved the Declaration of Independence. Thomas Jefferson drafted the declaration, and John Adams was a leader in the debates in favor of its adoption
They were afraid of the Soviets powerful army and there goverment
Great Britain gained control of the Suez Canal in 1875 even though it did not finance or participate in its construction. Egypt found themselves in debt so they sold their shares of the Suez Canal to Great Britain.