The map highlights the British Empire and its telegraph system. A map showing the British Empire's telegraph system. The British Empire includes Great Britain, Canada, Australia, India, South Africa, and other territories. Lines, representing telegraph lines, connect these various territories. Some of the lines go through the oceans and some over land. What advantage over other nations did Britain have because of its telegraph system?
Britain’s naval vessels could follow the telegraph routes to colonies. Britain could rule its large territory with direct, immediate communication. Britain could launch quick attacks to win over new territorial acquisitions. Britain’s military forces could be in touch from anywhere in the world.