Life — April 12, 1917 — page 10: what you’re looking at

What you’re looking at

# "Is Our Navy Anti-British?" - Life Magazine Commentary This page presents a satirical article questioning whether the U.S. Navy harbors anti-British sentiment. The author argues that while some American naval officers may have been pro-German historically, the British Navy has actually been America's best defense and aligned interest, particularly regarding the Monroe Doctrine. The accompanying illustration shows three women in period dress with the caption "THE BRIDE RECEIVES SOME ADVICE IN REGARD TO HOLDING A HUSBAND'S LOVE," appearing to use matrimonial metaphor for Anglo-American relations—suggesting the U.S. and Britain should maintain their partnership like a married couple. The article dismisses Civil War-era grievances as outdated and argues Britain and America's interests have long coincided against German expansion.