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Editorial
March 11, 1814
Freeman's Chronicle
Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
What is this article about?
An editorial urges Congress to establish the rank of admiral in the U.S. Navy to boost emulation among officers, provide rewards compatible with republican principles, and honor proven naval leaders for future fleet commands.
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AMERICAN ADMIRALS.
A proposition has been submitted to congress to make provision for creating admirals of the navy. We hope it will be adopted. Such a provision will increase the spirit of emulation which already prevails to a high degree in our navy; it will open a new and rich prospect of reward and distinction, compatible with our republican institutions, to our naval heroes; and when the republic shall be enabled to send out large squadrons and fleets, the command of them should be given, as a suitable mark of public gratitude, to those who may previously have proved themselves equal to the duties and deserving the honor of admirals or commanders in chief of the navy.
A proposition has been submitted to congress to make provision for creating admirals of the navy. We hope it will be adopted. Such a provision will increase the spirit of emulation which already prevails to a high degree in our navy; it will open a new and rich prospect of reward and distinction, compatible with our republican institutions, to our naval heroes; and when the republic shall be enabled to send out large squadrons and fleets, the command of them should be given, as a suitable mark of public gratitude, to those who may previously have proved themselves equal to the duties and deserving the honor of admirals or commanders in chief of the navy.
What sub-type of article is it?
Military Affairs
What keywords are associated?
American Admirals
Navy Ranks
Military Emulation
Republican Institutions
Naval Heroes
What entities or persons were involved?
Congress
Navy
Naval Heroes
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Proposal To Create Admirals In The U.S. Navy
Stance / Tone
Advocacy For Adopting The Proposition
Key Figures
Congress
Navy
Naval Heroes
Key Arguments
Increases Spirit Of Emulation In The Navy
Opens Prospects Of Reward And Distinction Compatible With Republican Institutions
Honors Proven Leaders For Commanding Large Squadrons And Fleets