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But fortunately the men of sturdy common sense and sound patriotism proved victors, and the new navy was begun.
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gutenberg.orgTeddy Roosevelt: “But fortunately the men of sturdy common sense and sound patriotism proved victors, and the new navy was begun.”
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Roosevelt highlights the importance of common sense and patriotism in overcoming opposition to naval expansion.
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