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jun 5, 1793 - Washington's Neutrality

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When: 1793
Who: Washington and French Revolution (radicalization era)
What: Washington issued a statement that the U.S. would not stay neutral on European events.
Why
Cause: The execution of Louis 16 and the radicalization of the French Revolution
Effect: This foreign policy statement becomes the cornerstone of American foreign policy for 200 years. Also, Washington’s administration becomes divided over the issue, which furthers the development of the political parties in the 1790s.

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jun 5, 1793
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~ 232 years ago