“The militia, who are in fact the effective part of the people at large, will render many troops quite unecessary. They will form a powerful check upon the regular troops, and will generally be sufficient to over-awe them.”
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Tench Coxe
Tench Coxe was an influential American economist and writer, born on May 22, 1755, and died on July 17, 1824. He is recognized for his significant contributions to the early American economy and his pivotal role in the development of the United States' financial system. more
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