Sincerely desirous of preserving the pacific relations which had so long existed between the two countries, I was anxious to avoid this course if I could be satisfied that by so neither the interests nor the honor of my country would be compromitted.
Jackson expresses his desire to maintain peaceful relations with France while ensuring the interests and honor of the United States are protected.
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To the Senate and House of Representatives: I transmit herewith certain papers from the War Department, relative to the improvement of Brunswick Harbor, Georgia.
There is too much at stake to allow pride or passion to influence your decision.
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