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George Washington

The time is near at hand which must determine whether Americans are to be free men or slaves.

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George Washington is saying that a critical moment is approaching that will decide if Americans will live with freedom or under control and oppression. This moment will have a clear and lasting impact on their future status as independent people or as subjects without rights.

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