By these purchases the Indian title, with moderate reservations, has been extinguished to the whole of the land within the limits of the State of Ohio, and to a part of that in the Michigan Territory and of the State of Indiana. James Monroe extinguishindianindiana share on social
The best form of government is that which is most likely to prevent the greatest sum of evil. James Monroe evilformgovernment Change image and share on social
By the last returns to the Department of War the militia force of the several States may be estimated at 800,000 men - infantry, artillery, and cavalry. James Monroe 000artillerycavalry Change image and share on social
At no period of our political existence had we so much cause to felicitate ourselves at the prosperous and happy condition of our country. James Monroe conditioncountryexistence Change image and share on social
In the wars of the European powers in matters relating to themselves we have never taken any part, not does it comport with our policy so to do. It is only when our rights are invaded or seriously menaced that we resent injuries or make preparation for our defence. James Monroe comportdefenceeuropean share on social
If we look to the history of other nations, ancient or modern, we find no example of a growth so rapid, so gigantic, of a people so prosperous and happy. James Monroe ancientfindgigantic Change image and share on social
Preparation for war is a constant stimulus to suspicion and ill will. James Monroe constantillpreparation Change image and share on social
The right of self defense never ceases. It is among the most sacred, and alike necessary to nations and to individuals, and whether the attack be made by Spain herself or by those who abuse her power, its obligation is not the less strong. James Monroe abusealikeattack share on social
The payments which have been made into the Treasury show the very productive state of the public revenue. James Monroe makepaymentproductive Change image and share on social
To impose taxes when the public exigencies require them is an obligation of the most sacred character, especially with a free people. James Monroe characterexigencyfree Change image and share on social
