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In the shock of contending empires it is only by assuming a resolute bearing and clothing themselves with defensive armor that neutral nations can maintain their independent rights.
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gutenberg.orgMartin Van Buren: “In the shock of contending empires it is only by assuming a resolute bearing and clothing themselves with defensive…”
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Van Buren advocates for the importance of neutrality and defense for nations to protect their rights.
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