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John Paul Jones

An honorable Peace is and always was my first wish! I can take no delight in the effusion of human Blood but, if this War should continue, I wish to have the most active part in it.

John Paul Jones

Peace

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John Paul Jones is saying that his main hope has always been to achieve a respectful and fair peace. However, if the conflict goes on, he is ready and willing to be deeply involved in fighting.

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