On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
No alliance, no inoffensive conduct on our part, would supply, in time of need, the failure in ability to hold our own with the strong hand.
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gutenberg.orgNo alliance, no inoffensive conduct on our part, would supply, in time of need, the failure in ability to hold our own with the strong hand.
Speaking on national defense and international standing, this quote highlights the necessity of military capability regardless of diplomatic relations.
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