Archipelago

Definition

An archipelago refers to a group or chain of islands that are geographically close to each other and surrounded by bodies of water.

Related terms

Isolation: The state's separation due to natural boundaries like an archipelago can lead to isolation, limiting interactions with neighboring regions.

Maritime trade: Archipelagos often have a strong connection to maritime trade due to their geographical location and access to waterways.

Island hopping: A military strategy where forces move from one island in an archipelago to another, gaining control over each one gradually.