President Washington to U.S. Senate
Document 1794President Washington responds to the statement by the U.S. Senate. Reiterates that, in response to the Whiskey Rebellion, he was compelled "to lay aside my repugnance to resort to arms," and was pleased by the "patriotism" of the citizens who resisted the insurrection.
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President Washington responds to the statement by the U.S. Senate. Reiterates that, in response to the Whiskey Rebellion, he was compelled "to lay aside my repugnance to resort to arms," and was pleased by the "patriotism" of the citizens who resisted the insurrection.
Date
11/22/1794
Author
Recipient
Collection
Document number
1794112290300
Notable persons
Senate
George Washington
Notable locations
pennsylvania
Notable items
Whiskey Rebellion
militia
constitution
fortifications
western army