This new state of things suggests the propriety of placing the United States in a posture of effectual preparation for an event which, notwithstanding the endeavors making to avert it, may by circumstances beyond our control be forced upon us
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I have finally determined to accept the commission of Commander in Chief of the armies of the United States.
I must not conceal from you my earnest wish that the choice had fallen upon a man less declined in years and better qualified to encounter the usual vicissitudes of war.
Believe me, sir, no one can more cordially approve of the wise and prudent measures of your Administration.
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