How might a Theodore Roosevelt presidency in 1920 change the naval treaty landscape?
Short answerNaval limitation might still occur, but through a less restrictive and differently structured treaty system.
NotesA Theodore Roosevelt presidency in 1920 would not necessarily reject naval limitation outright. A treaty could still emerge, but at force levels better aligned with preparedness and continuing modernisation. Roosevelt's politics were progressive for his period even where they differ from present definitions. The resulting system would probably be more permissive and structured around a different strategic outlook.