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We are not likely to be permitted to use even the ships of other nations in rivalry of their own trade, and are without means to extend our commerce even where the doors are wide open and our goods desired.
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gutenberg.orgWoodrow Wilson: “We are not likely to be permitted to use even the ships of other nations in rivalry of their own trade, and are without…”
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Wilson expresses concern that without a strong maritime presence, American trade interests are severely limited.
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