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Feb 27, 1797

Under these circumstances, to discharge the dragoons does not seem to comport with economy.

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Sep 18, 1796

The nation that expects to be ignorant and free, expects what never was and never will be.

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Jul 12, 1798

I have finally determined to accept the commission of Commander in Chief of the armies of the United States.

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Dec 11, 1796

To such men I shall cheerfully yield the palm of genius and talents to serve our common country.

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