The Isthmian Canal will greatly increase the efficiency of our navy if the navy is of sufficient size; but if we have an inadequate navy, then the building of the canal would be merely giving a hostage to any power of superior strength.
Roosevelt discusses the strategic importance of the Isthmian Canal in relation to naval strength.
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