All Posts Tagged With: "George Washington’s Farewell Address"
Doc of the Day: George Washington's Proclamation of Neutrality
On April 22, 1793, George Washington issued his Proclamation of Neutrality. A response to the onset of war in Europe between the new French Republic and other European countries, the treaty kept the fledgling United States out of the war and sustained the still-fragile Union. Ultimately, the manner in which Washington asserted his presidential authority [...]
22Apr2009 | mdblogger | 1 comment | Continued
Doc of the Day: George Washington's Farewell Address
On September 19, 1796, George Washington’s Farewell Address was printed in Philadelphia. A key element of Washington’s legacy to his country, his Farewell Address is one of the most memorable speeches in American history. In the first of two parts, Washington expresses his thanks for the opportunity to serve his country. In the second part, [...]
19Sep2008 | mdblogger | 0 comments | Continued