jan 1, 1796 - George Washington
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“The Great rule of conduct for [the U.S.], in regard to foreign Nations is in extendingour commercial relations to have with them
as little political connection as possible...
'Tis our true policy to steer clear of permanent alliances, with any portion of the foreign world”
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Date:
jan 1, 1796
Now
~ 229 years ago