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Farewell Address

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Sep 18, 1796

The great rule of conduct for us, in regard to foreign nations, is in extending our commercial relations, to have with them as little political connection as possible.

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Dec 11, 1796

None can serve it with purer intentions than I have done or with a more disinterested zeal.

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Feb 27, 1797

If the bill passes into a law, the two companies of light dragoons will be from that moment legally out of service.

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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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