George Washington Quote

Quote from George Washington,

"There can be no greater error than to expect, or calculate upon real favours from Nation to Nation. 'Tis an illusion which experience must cure, which a just pride ought to discard."

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George Washington (more quotes by George Washington or books by/about George Washington)

(1732-1799) Founding Father, 1st US President, 'Father of the Country'

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Farewell Address, 1796. Reference: Maxims of George Washington, Schroeder, ed. (71)

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America, Compassion, Foreign Policy, President, Responsibility, Self-Reliance, Sovereignty, Vigilance, Wisdom

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By:	George Washington (more quotes by George Washington or books by/about George Washington)
	(1732-1799) Founding Father, 1st US President, 'Father of the Country'
Source:	Farewell Address, 1796. Reference: Maxims of George Washington, Schroeder, ed. (71)
Categories:	America, Compassion, Foreign Policy, President, Responsibility, Self-Reliance, Sovereignty, Vigilance, Wisdom
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