On the record
At the same time that we thus add the officers where we need them, we should facilitate the retirement of those at the head of the list whose usefulness has become impaired.
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gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
This quote reflects Roosevelt's belief in the importance of facilitating the retirement of less effective officers to maintain a strong naval leadership.
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