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Teddy Roosevelt: “Nevertheless, all this, though indispensable as a base, would mean nothing whatever for the efficiency of the navy…”

On the recordJanuary 1, 1900
Nevertheless, all this, though indispensable as a base, would mean nothing whatever for the efficiency of the navy without years of careful preparation and training.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

In an essay advocating for a strong navy, this emphasizes that physical attributes alone are insufficient without extensive training.

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