used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
aboutprepositionUS /əˈbaʊt/
on the subject of; concerning
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
highly skilled
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
one or some or every or all without specification
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
a permanent organization of the military land forces of a nation or state
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
used with a past participle to form the passive, or with -ing for continuous tenses
From this reading Neither the army nor the navy came near to the strength which the nation knew to be imperative for the winning of the war.
beenauxiliary verbUS /bɪn/
the past participle of “be”
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
used to introduce something that contrasts with what came before
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
showing who or what does the action
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
inflected form of “come” — move toward, travel toward something or somebody or approach something or somebody
From this reading Neither the army nor the navy came near to the strength which the nation knew to be imperative for the winning of the war.
citizensnounUS /ˈsɪtəzənz/
plural of “citizen” — a native or naturalized member of a state or other political community
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
co-operating
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From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
commensurateadjectiveUS /kəˈmensərət/
corresponding in size or degree or extent
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
something that interests you because it is important or affects you
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
conflictnounUS /ˈkɑːnflɪkt/
an open clash between two opposing groups (or individuals)
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
CongressnounUS /ˈkɑːŋɡrəs/
the legislature of the United States government
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
declarationnounUS /ˌdeklərˈeɪʃən/
a statement that is emphatic and explicit (spoken or written)
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
-ing form of “do” — engage in
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
something that provides access (to get in or get out)
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
the state or fact of existing
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
at or to or toward the front
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
set up or found
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
GermanynounUS /ˈdʒɜːrməni/
a republic in central Europe; split into East Germany and West Germany after World War II and reunited in 1990
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
giganticadjectiveUS /dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/
so exceedingly large or extensive as to suggest a giant or mammoth
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
plural of “go” — a time period for working (after which you will be relieved by someone else)
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
the organization that is the governing authority of a political unit
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
highest in quality
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
plural of “habit” — an established custom
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
hasauxiliary verbUS /hæz/
the form of “have” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
imperativeadjectiveUS /ˌɪmˈperətɪv/
requiring attention or action
From this reading Neither the army nor the navy came near to the strength which the nation knew to be imperative for the winning of the war.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
increasenounUS /ˌɪnˈkriːs/
a quantity that is added
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
intelligentadjectiveUS /ˌɪnˈtelədʒənt/
having the capacity for thought and reason especially to a high degree
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
intentionsnounUS /ˌɪnˈtentʃənz/
plural of “intention” — an anticipated outcome that is intended or that guides your planned actions
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
intoprepositionUS /ˈɪntuː/
moving to the inside of something
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
the form of “be” used with he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
a thing, animal, or idea already mentioned
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
inflected form of “know” — be cognizant or aware of a fact or a specific piece of information; possess knowledge or information about
From this reading Neither the army nor the navy came near to the strength which the nation knew to be imperative for the winning of the war.
machinerynounUS /məˈʃiːnəri/
machines or machine systems collectively
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
the act that results in something coming to be
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
of or relating to the study of the principles of warfare
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
a politically organized body of people under a single government
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
navynounUS /ˈneɪvi/
an organization of military vessels belonging to a country and available for sea warfare
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
near in time or place or relationship
From this reading Neither the army nor the navy came near to the strength which the nation knew to be imperative for the winning of the war.
absolutely essential
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
not one and not the other of two
From this reading Neither the army nor the navy came near to the strength which the nation knew to be imperative for the winning of the war.
and not; used after a negative to add a second negative
From this reading Neither the army nor the navy came near to the strength which the nation knew to be imperative for the winning of the war.
occupationsnounUS /ˌɑːkjəˈpeɪʃənz/
plural of “occupation” — the principal activity in your life that you do to earn money
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
and nothing more
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
a judge of a probate court
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
belonging to the speaker and others
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
not allowed to continue to bat or run
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
patriotismnounUS /ˈpeɪtriətɪzəm/
love of country and willingness to sacrifice for it
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
peace-lovingadjective
inclined or disposed to peace
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
peace-observing
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From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
(plural) any group of human beings (men or women or children) collectively
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
preparationsnounUS /ˌprepərˈeɪʃənz/
plural of “preparation” — the activity of putting or setting in order in advance of some act or purpose
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
prosecutionnounUS /ˌprɑːsəˈkjuːʃən/
the institution and conduct of legal proceedings against a defendant for criminal behavior
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
readjustmentnounUS /riəˈdʒʌstmənt/
the act of adjusting again (to changed circumstances)
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
resourcesnounUS /ˈriːsɔːrsɪz/
plural of “resource” — available source of wealth; a new or reserve supply that can be drawn upon when needed
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
revolutionnounUS /ˌrevəˈluːʃən/
a drastic and far-reaching change in ways of thinking and behaving
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
the physical magnitude of something (how big it is)
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
plural of “state” — the territory occupied by one of the constituent administrative districts of a nation
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
any maneuver made as part of progress toward a goal
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
the property of being physically or mentally strong
From this reading Neither the army nor the navy came near to the strength which the nation knew to be imperative for the winning of the war.
carry out
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
any piece of work that is undertaken or attempted
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
used to introduce what somebody said, thought, or felt
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
plural of “thought” — the content of cognition; the main thing you are thinking about
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
from one end or side of something to the other
From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
a subdivision of a particular kind of thing
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
UNITEDadjectiveUS /juːˈnaɪtɪd/
characterized by unity; being or joined into a single entity
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
the waging of armed conflict against an enemy
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
war-making
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From this reading The readjustment of the nation from ordinary occupations into war-making occupations has been a gigantic task, and one that has been accomplished only through the intelligent patriotism of the citizens of the nation, co-operating with the government.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
the speaker together with one or more other people
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading The first concern of the nation was the increase of our army and navy to a size commensurate to the part we were about to take in the conflict.
used to ask for information about something
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
at the time that
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
used to introduce a clause giving more about a thing just mentioned
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
winningadjectiveUS /ˈwɪnɪŋ/
having won
From this reading Neither the army nor the navy came near to the strength which the nation knew to be imperative for the winning of the war.
in the company of; together with
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
not having, not using, or not accompanied by
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
everything that exists anywhere
From this reading The declaration by Congress of the existence of a state of war with Germany found the United States with the greatest resources of any nation in the world but without the sort of military machinery necessary for prosecution of the conflict.
a late time of life
From this reading WHAT THE UNITED STATES IS DOING IN THE WAR When a military nation of the type of Germany goes into war the entrance is but a step forward out of the preparations which it has been making for years; but when a peace-loving, peace-observing nation of the type of the United States goes into war the entrance is a revolution in the thoughts, habits, and intentions of the people.
