The dominant Anglo-Saxons and the subordinate Slavs... How did this happen?

This is more of a question for a historian specializing in geopolitics. But to simplify: - At a certain point in history, the exploration of seas and oceans became crucial, and Slavs did poorly in this regard while Anglo-Saxons did well. - In the 20th century, two world wars rolled over Slavic territories, and the majority of the war took place on Slavic lands. - Later, Slavs fell into the hands of communism, which delayed their countries economically by several decades compared to Anglo-Saxons.

Anglosaxons, and before them, Iberians and Dutch, much earlier than the Slavs, effectively assimilated the principles of economy and trade (including overseas trade, and the Germans and Scandinavians, the Hanseatic trade). Then, these three groups conducted an exploitative policy of extracting goods from their overseas colonies using slave labor (free) and strictly adhering to the law, which punished with the death penalty anyone who wanted to invest in these empires' overseas colonies. At the same time, the Slavs only learned simple principles of agriculture and perfected the somewhat useless art of waging war (mainly amongst themselves) and against the Ottoman Empire. Also important is the speed at which the achievements of the industrial revolution (economic industrialization progress) spread eastwards (from Great Britain). The delays of Central and Eastern Europe in this regard, compared to Western Europe, the later European Coal and Steel Community (not flour, corn, and straw, as the Slavs supposedly invented) exceeded even 100 years. Mastery of the principles of rational economic management played a key role here, not shouting on hobbyhorses with a sabre!!! Scandinavians enriched themselves through the Hanseatic trade (due to lack of arable land), and the former Baltic peoples learned effective management from the Germans. And we Poles, as usual, were left empty-handed, and now, with our Polish spirit and innate knack for improvising (entrepreneurship), we must catch up with the leaders, which, surprisingly, is starting to work for us!

Anglosaxons as Superiors and Slavs as Subordinates.....how did this happen? For centuries, various empires ruled the world, but in recent centuries, one group of nations seems to dominate all others. Anglosaxons are now one of the most powerful nations in the world, while Slavs - although an important ethnic group - are mostly less influential. How did this happen? The answer to this question can be found in historical context, geostrategy, and the revolution brought about by the maritime academy in Portugal and personally by Henry the Navigator. Many historians believe that the key moment was the period of great geographical discoveries initiated by the Portuguese explorer Bartolomeu Dias in the 15th century and continued by explorers such as Vasco da Gama and Ferdinand Magellan. It was thanks to their journeys that the mapping of the world occurred, and consequently, the domination of the oceans by Western Europeans. Thanks to this new discovery, the Anglosaxons, who were already known for their strong fleet and navigational skills, were able to develop and promote their interests as far as their ships could sail. However, this does not mean that the Slavs did not have their own achievements. Many people forget that Russia, a country inhabited by Slavs, was one of the largest empires in the world at that time. However, unlike the Anglosaxons, the Russians focused more on expanding their state and conquering neighboring lands rather than acquiring new territories at sea, to which they had limited access. This made Russia a continental power, mainly engaging in conflicts with neighboring land neighbors such as the Swedes, Turks, and Poles. To better understand the difference in dominance between the Anglosaxons and the Slavs, we must also consider the geopolitical aspect. The Anglosaxons live on islands, which gives them a natural strategic advantage - defending oneself against an attack is much easier when there is no land all around. Moreover, the inhabitants of the British Isles have relied on their fleet for centuries, leading to the development of a strong and well-trained navy. It is also worth mentioning the economic and military power of the Anglosaxons, resulting from their dominance at sea. Mastering the world's oceans allowed them to engage in global trade, which contributed to the enrichment of the country and the growth of its political significance. Ultimately, their military dominance over other nations gave them an advantage in armed conflicts and strengthened their position on the international stage. In summary, the dominance of the Anglosaxons over the Slavs is the result of many factors, such as the maritime revolution in Portugal, geographical conditions, and the development of economic and military power. However, the achievements of the Slavs should not be underestimated, as they also have their unique history and influence on shaping the global order. By better understanding these factors, we can take a more comprehensive look at the causes of the current imbalance between these two ethnic groups.