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Teddy Roosevelt: “It follows that the navy is comparatively free in time of war from the presence in the higher ranks of men utterly unfit…”

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It follows that the navy is comparatively free in time of war from the presence in the higher ranks of men utterly unfit to perform their duties.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

Editor's note · Context

Roosevelt emphasizes the importance of proper training and competence in naval officers during wartime.

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