Woodrow Wilson actually said...

It is a new thing in our history and a landmark in our progress.

It is rather, selection from a Nation which has volunteered in mass.

In accordance with a request of the Secretary of the Navy, concurred in by the United States Shipping Board, the Secretary of the Treasury i...

It is hereby ordered that, through the Secretary of the Navy, there be taken over to the United States the immediate possession and title of...