who had the strongest navy at the time of the french and indian war

The dry-dock at Lothal dates back to 2400 BC and is regarded as the first such facility, anywhere in the world, equipped to berth and service ships. The discovery of a dry-dock at Lothal (about 400 km Southwest of Ahmedabad) gives an insight into the knowledge of tides, winds and other nautical factors that existed during that period. The excavation at Mohenjo-Daro and Harappa has revealed ample evidence that maritime activities flourished during this period. During this time, the inhabitants of Indus Valley Civilisation had maritime trade link with Mesopotamia. The beginning of India's maritime history dates back to 3000 BC. The Indian Ocean has always been regarded as an area of great significance and India is central to this Ocean. Thus, the period up to about 16th century witnessed peaceful sea-borne commerce, cultural and traditional exchange between countries. Indians took to the sea for trade and commerce rather than for political ends.

There is plenty of evidence derived from Indian literature, art, sculptures, painting and archeology to establish existence of Indian maritime traditions.Ī study of the country's maritime history reveals that the Indian sub-continent exercised supremacy over the Indian Ocean from very early times up to the 13th century. Indian mythology has numerous episodes pertaining to the ocean, the sea and the rivers, with belief that mankind has benefitted from the wealth of seas and ocean. India has a rich maritime heritage and the earliest reference to maritime activities is contained in the Rig Veda.

Who had the strongest navy at the time of the french and indian war