As long as _______ ruled the waves, it was not subject to military attack.
A) France
B) Britain
C) Austria.
D) Spain
E) Russia

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The phrase "ruled the waves" is commonly associated with Britain, as the British Navy was famously powerful and dominant during the 19th century. France, Austria, Spain, and Russia all had their own navies, but none were as dominant as the British Navy during this period.

As Long as _______ Ruled the Waves, It Was Not