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This may even prevent the necessity of going to war by discouraging belligerent powers from committing such violations of the rights of the neutral party as may, first or last, leave no other option.
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gutenberg.orgGeorge Washington: “This may even prevent the necessity of going to war by discouraging belligerent powers from committing such violations…”
Editor's note · Context
He suggests that a strong naval presence can deter conflicts and protect national interests.
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