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pt. III. Private letters from the time Washington resigned his commission as commander-in-chief of the Army to that of his inauguration as president of the United States: December, 1783-April, 1789

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The letters provide insight into Washington's thoughts and experiences during a pivotal time in American history, covering the transition from military leadership to the establishment of the new nation's political framework.

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pt. III. Private letters from the time Washington resigned his commission as commander-in-chief of the Army to that of his inauguration as president of the United States: December, 1783-April, 1789 Quotes

“Submit your sentiments with diffidence. A dictatorial style, though it may carry conviction, is always accompanied with disgust.”

May Style Conviction Sentiments Submit Disgusting Diffidence

Book:pt. III. Private letters from the time Washington resigned his commission as commander-in-chief of the Army to that of his inauguration as president of the United States: December, 1783-April, 1789

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“It is an old adage that honesty is the best policy-this applies to public as well as private life-to States as well as individuals.”

Wells States Individual Leadership Honesty Policy Private Life Adages Honesty Is The Best Policy