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When the British authorities deemed it likely that there would be war with America, the tribes were incited to take up the hatchet; when there seemed a chance of peace with America the deeds of the tribes were disowned; and peace was finally assured by a cynical abandonment of their red allies.
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Teddy Roosevelt
Republican · New York

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Roosevelt highlights the manipulative tactics of British authorities in inciting Native American tribes during conflicts with America.

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