“I love peace, and am anxious that we should give the world still another useful lesson, by showing to them other modes of punishing injuries than by war, which is as much a punishment to the punisher as to the sufferer.”
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Thomas Jefferson: Thoughts on War and Revolution : Annotated Correspondence
The book features a comprehensive selection of Jefferson's letters and documents, providing insight into his views on military strategy, political philosophy, and the principles of the American Revolution. more
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Thomas Jefferson
Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States, a distinguished politician, philosopher, architect, and scientist. He was born on April 13, 1743, and died on July 4, 1826. Jefferson advocated for democracy and freedom in politics and was one of the main authors of the Declaration of Independence. His political ideas had a profound impact on the founding and development of the United States. more
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Source: Thomas Jefferson: Thoughts on War and Revolution : Annotated Correspondence
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Source: Thomas Jefferson: Thoughts on War and Revolution
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Source: Thomas Jefferson: Thoughts on War and Revolution
Source: The writings of Thomas Jefferson
“One war, such as that of our Revolution, is enough for one life.”
Source: The Papers of Thomas Jefferson: 1 October 1814 to 31 August 1815
“Find me a man who's interesting enough to have dinner with and I'll be happy.”