Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, and with it the end of the Cold War and the bipolar world, a debate arose that went beyond the strictly theoretical and conceptual, seeking to establish what type of international system would prevail on the planet. The resolution of this controversy was not immediate. The last decade of the 20th century was ...

The greatest nightmare for the sailors, especially for a ship commanding officer or a captain, is dragging the anchor. Because of heavy wind or strong current, the dragging ship is unable to hold its position, even with engine power. At some point, the ship will likely strand. If the stranded ship hits the sand there may be a chance to ...