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It must be evident to the Government that I cannot be making war on the Indians while other parties are at the same time making peace, as has been the case so far.
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gutenberg.orgGrenville Dodge: “It must be evident to the Government that I cannot be making war on the Indians while other parties are at the same time…”
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Dodge emphasizes the conflict between military actions and peace efforts regarding Native Americans.
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