Special Message
12/08/1813
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The militia being always to be regarded as the great bulwark of defense and security for free states.
On an occasion which appeals so forcibly to the proud feelings and patriotic devotion of the American people none will f...
The systematic perseverance of the enemy in courting the aid of the savages in all quarters had the natural effect of ki...
In offering their blood they give the surest pledge that no other tribute will be withheld.