Which of the following is an example of militarism? a. a country decreases the size of its navy because it has not been attacked at sea. b. a country builds up its armed forces to enforce control over colonized territories. c. a country focuses on technological research so it can make life easier for its citizens. d. a country increases spending on economic growth so it can pay its debts.

The second alternative is correct (B).

Militarism consists of the preponderance of the military in the political life of the country, using the influence of the Armed Forces in the conduct of public affairs and in the drafting of governmental guidelines.

The Armed Forces are related to the concept of defense of national interests, in that sense, the example of a colozador using the armed forces to maintain control of a colony is an example of militarism.

the answer is a. harriet tubman was a nurse on the battlefield.