2 mars 1821 - Monroe signs the Military Establishment Act, forwarded by Secretary of War Calhoun, to reduce the Army's manpower by 40 percent to 6,126 men.
Description:
The move reflects a shift in national priorities toward commerce and negotiation, and away from intimidation, as the primary tool of foreign policy.Ajouté au bande de temps:
Date:
2 mars 1821
Maintenaint
~ Il y a 204 ans