George Washington: First in War, First in Peace, and First in the Hearts of His Countrymen

For Lesson Two:
Excerpt from Letter from George Washington to Congress, November 19, 1794, Address

... To every description, indeed, of citizens let praise be given. But let them persevere in their affectionate vigilance over that precious depository of American happiness, the constitution of the United States. Let them cherish it too, for the sake of those, who from every clime are daily seeking a dwelling in our land.

See Letter from George Washington to Congress, November 19, 1794, Address for the complete text of the letter.