ABSTRACT

If, however, there came a time when the maritime powers of the second and third rank were in a position to force England to accept the doctrine of "free ships, free goods" it could be done only if they collaborated closely. The best way to secure this co-operation would be through a world trade congress, as we have already proposed. Such a conference would be the simplest way of showing the nations on the Continent where their common interests lay. Even if the nineteenth century should pass without the doctrine "free ships, free goods" being generally accepted, the twentieth century will surely see its adoption.