Question

The most expensive thing in the world is a cheap Army and Navy.” - Rep. Carl Vinson (GA), This quote by Representative Vinson could BEST be used to prove his willingness to do which of these? A) declare war on Japan in World War II B) increase funding for the United States military C) volunteer to serve in the United States Marine Corps D) urge the country to join the United Nations after World War II

Answer 1

This quote would show that Representative Vinson would definitely support an increase in funding for the United States military. He is sometimes called the "father of the two ocean Navy" for his support of increasing Naval forces on the east and west coast of the United States. Though his stance was most important in World War II, he continued his support for this cause all the way through his retirement in 1965, twenty years after the war's end.

Answer 2

My answer is B) increase funding for the United States military.

The most expensive thing in the world is a cheap Army and Navy.” - Rep. Carl Vinson (GA)

This quote was said in support to increase funding for the US Military to ensure that they are always prepared by increasing their numbers.

The Vinson-Walsh Act was the result of his persuasive quote. This Act increased the size of the US Navy by 70 percent. A $4 billion allocation was done in support to this expansion.