George Washington: “To an active external commerce the protection of a naval force is indispensable.”

Believe me, sir, no one can more cordially approve of the wise and prudent measures of your Administration.

It is with peculiar satisfaction I can say, that prompted by a high sense of duty in my attendance on public worship, I have been gratified by the liberal and interesting discourses delivered in your Churches.

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

An educated citizenry is a vital requisite for our survival as a free people.