Navy in the Dark: Admiral Badger Reveals Diplomatic Secrets

In a shocking exposé, a high-ranking U.S. Navy official revealed today that the general board of the United States Navy was kept in the dark about strained diplomatic relations with foreign governments. Near Admiral C.J. Badger, a member of the general board, made the stunning admission during a heated hearing before the House Naval Affairs Committee in Washington, D.C. on February 23, 1916.

Representative Frederick Britten of Illinois asked Admiral Badger if the general board was informed about the strained relations between the American and foreign governments. The admiral replied that the board was not made aware of these relations, and that they only learned of them ‘very incidentally.’

When Representative Britten pressed for more information, Admiral Badger revealed that he had not been informed about the situation with Japan even a year ago, when he became a member of the board.

The implications of this revelation are staggering. Admiral Badger’s testimony raises serious questions about the preparedness of the U.S. Navy for potential conflicts with foreign powers. The admiral’s comments also sparked concerns about the financial condition of European nations at the close of the present war.

Representative Walter Huntley of Missouri asked Admiral Badger if he had given thought to the financial condition that would confront European nations at the end of the war. Admiral Badger replied that he had indeed given the matter a great deal of thought.

The hearing was marked by tense exchanges between the committee members and Admiral Badger. When Representative Huntley asked about the likelihood of European nations going to war, Admiral Badger’s response was cryptic, but ominous.