When this is done, all the strength that there is in our Navy will be developed and useful to its full capacity, and it will be powerful for purposes of defense, and also for offensive action, should the necessity for that arise within a reasonable distance from our shores.
Grant discusses the potential of the Navy once necessary repairs are completed, highlighting its defensive and offensive capabilities.
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