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Herbert, Michael Henry, 1857-1903

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Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Letter from John Hay to Theodore Roosevelt

Secretary of State Hay spoke with British Ambassador Michael Henry Herbert regarding the blockade of Venezuela. He expressed President Roosevelt’s understanding of the honor the European powers showed to him by asking him to arbitrate the crisis. However, arbitration at the Hague is preferable. Hay expressed Roosevelt’s desire for a quick end to the blockade.

Collection

Library of Congress Manuscript Division

Creation Date

1902-12

Creator(s)

Hay, John, 1838-1905