Military and Democracy
Alexis de Tocqueville and Gustave de Beaumont visited Norfolk, Virginia while on their way to Washington, D.C. in January 1832. While there,… read more
Alexis de Tocqueville and Gustave de Beaumont visited Norfolk, Virginia while on their way to Washington, D.C. in January 1832. While there, they were impressed by the U.S. naval ability. Rear Admiral Bordon Holder, the commander of Amphibious Group Two, talked about the role of the Navy and Marines in U.S. military operations and took audience calls, faxes and electronic mail. close
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