08/08/1842
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"peace is the true policy of nations"
"I shall carry with me into retirement the gratifying reflection that as my sole object throughout has been to advance the public good."
"The great question is—not as to the manner in which it shall be done, but whether it shall be accomplished or not."
"The responsibility of deciding this question is now devolved upon you."