The USA signs a treaty of friendship with Samoa. By the terms of
this agreement, the Americans are permitted to established a naval
base at Pago Pago, while in return they promise aid in the event of
a third party interfering in Samoa.
Citation:
Editors. "USA signs treaty of friendship with Samoa".
The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 30 December 2011
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