11/13/1820
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"The right of self defense never ceases."
"With a view to the security of our inland frontiers, it has been thought expedient to establish strong posts at the mouth of Yellow Stone River and at the Mandan village on the Missouri, and at the mo..."
"I have great satisfaction in stating that our relations with France, Russia, and other powers continue on the most friendly basis."
"The auspicious circumstances under which you will commence the duties of the present session will lighten the burdens inseparable from the high trust committed to you."