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
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
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
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
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
Preparation for war is a constant stimulus to suspicion and ill will. James Monroe constantillpreparation Change image and 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
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
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 civil war which has so long prevailed between Spain and the Provinces in South America still continues, without any prospect of its speedy termination. James Monroe americacivilcontinue Change image and share on social
