11/04/1811
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"I, James Madison, President as aforesaid, have caused the premises to be made public; and I do hereby enjoin all persons bearing office, civil or military, within the United States and all others citi..."
"Peace, at all times a blessing, is peculiarly welcome."
"The late war, although reluctantly declared by Congress, had become a necessary resort to assert the rights and independence of the nation."
"This source of national independence and wealth I anxiously recommend to the prompt and constant guardianship of Congress."