Andrew Jackson: “I herewith transmit a report of the Secretary of War 'of the survey of the Savannah and Tennessee rivers made in 1828.'”

At every hazard and by every sacrifice this Union must be preserved.

There is too much at stake to allow pride or passion to influence your decision.

In your hands is rightfully placed the sovereignty of the country.

It is impossible that any government can continue to exist upon any other principles.