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After the culmination of American Civil War, Navy lost its strength rapidly. The numerical strength dropped from 700 vessels to only 52. After President Chester Arthur took over he and his secretary of Navy, William Hunt advocated naval reforms. Arthur got congress to approve construction of modern steel protected cruisers. By 1889 US Navy had gained significant muscle.
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What President served on a nuclear submarine in the U.S. Navy?
Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the USA, served on a nuclear submarine in the U.S. Navy.
Did General Douglas Mac Arthur become president?
No, he never became a president, he was a military officer during World War 2.
How and Why did the Meiji government modernize Japan?
It happens
Did president herbert w bush fly f4u corsairs in the us navy after ww2?
No, he went into politics.
What did the Japanese realize they would have to do in order to survive?
They needed to Modernize.
How did Chester A. Arthur modernize the navy?
President Chester Arthur signed bills designating money to build modern steel-hulled ships. He also acquired the rights for Pearl Harbor to be used as a coaling station for the navy and took steps to curb corruption and incompetency in the navy. He is sometimes called the "Father of the Steel Navy".
What branch of the armed services did Chester Arthur modernize?
i don't know because this stuiped website will not tell me
When did Chester A Arthur modernize the navy?
Chester A. Arthur modernized the U.S. Navy during his presidency, which lasted from 1881 to 1885. His administration emphasized naval reform and expansion, leading to the establishment of the Navy's modern battleship program. This modernization effort included the construction of steel warships, such as the USS Maine and USS Texas, reflecting a shift towards a more powerful and technologically advanced naval fleet. Arthur's initiatives laid the groundwork for the U.S. Navy's transformation into a formidable maritime force.
Was chester alan arthur in the navy?
No, Arthur was never in the navy. He is sometimes called the father of the the steel navy, for his efforts in getting steel ships built for the navy. He also tried to rid the navy on some of its incompetence and corruption.
Who did President Arthur run against for president?
President Arthur never ran for President.
When was Arthur Moore - Royal Navy officer - born?
Arthur Moore - Royal Navy officer - was born on 1847-07-30.
When did Arthur Moore - Royal Navy officer - die?
Arthur Moore - Royal Navy officer - died on 1934-04-03.
When did Arthur Wilson - Royal Navy officer - die?
Arthur Wilson - Royal Navy officer - died on 1921-05-25.
When was Arthur Wilson - Royal Navy officer - born?
Arthur Wilson - Royal Navy officer - was born on 1842-03-04.
When did Arthur Cumming - Royal Navy officer - die?
Arthur Cumming - Royal Navy officer - died on 1893-02-17.
When was Arthur Cumming - Royal Navy officer - born?
Arthur Cumming - Royal Navy officer - was born on 1817-05-06.
Was Chester Arthur president?
Yes. Arthur was the 21st President.
