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George Washington: “Observe good faith and justice towards all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.”

On the recordSeptember 18, 1796
Observe good faith and justice towards all nations. Cultivate peace and harmony with all.
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George Washington
Independent · Virginia

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On international relations.

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