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EPISODE · Oct 2, 2025

Revolutionary Talk – We Need a Navy! (Oct 2)

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On October 2, 1775, the Continental Congress debated forming a navy amidst Britain’s naval supremacy. John Adams argued for its necessity to sustain the Revolution, while John Dickinson feared costs and repercussions. Host Dave Diamond highlights the urgency of this decision, framing it as America's first step towards becoming a seafaring nation.

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