Washington Conference 1922
· To limit size of armies
· The “First SALT talks” for disarmament
· C.E. Hughes Nov. 12 “the way to disarm is to disarm” 1
· 4-part naval plan of hughes 5-5-3-1.67
· 9 power treaty to guarantee open door and index. of China
· 4 power reaty to respect pacific possessions
· Treaty limiting amount of capital ships building
All lacked enforcement
Subjunctive Question
Would this deal have worked if there was someone enforcing it?
"The way to disarm, is to disarm"
- C.E Hughes
- C.E Hughes
Fun Fact: In this conference the british wanted to abolish submarines completely.
Summary: The Washington Naval Conference is an example of America not following through on isolationism. This conference decided how many war ships each navy was allowed to have, but it was not enforced. .