Our relations with the other powers of Europe have experienced no essential change since the last session. James Monroe changeessentialeurope Change image and share on social
A little flattery will support a man through great fatigue. James Monroe fatigueflatterygreat 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
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
It is only when the people become ignorant and corrupt, when they degenerate into a populace, that they are incapable of exercising their sovereignty. James Monroe corruptdegenerateexercise Change image and share on social
From several of the Indian tribes inhabiting the country bordering on Lake Erie purchases have been made of lands on conditions very favorable to the United States, and, as it is presumed, not less so to the tribes themselves. James Monroe borderconditioncountry 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
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
The great increase of our population throughout the Union will alone produce an important effect, and in no quarter will it be so sensibly felt as in those in contemplation. James Monroe contemplationeffectfelt 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
