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The appearance of new squadrons in the Mediterranean and the blockade of the Dardanelles indicate the danger of other obstacles to the freedom of commerce and the necessity of keeping our naval force in those seas.
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John Quincy Adams
Democratic Republican · Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Adams warns of potential threats to commerce in the Mediterranean and the need for naval presence.

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