Quote by George Washington

It may be laid down as a primary position, and the basis of our system, that every Citizen who enjoys the protection of a Free Government, owes not only a proportion of his property, but even of his personal services to the defense of it.

It may be laid down as a primary position, and the basis of

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This quote emphasizes the essential principle that every citizen living under a free government has a responsibility to contribute to its defense. It states that not only should citizens be willing to sacrifice a portion of their property, but they should be prepared to give even their personal services in order to protect and uphold the values and benefits provided by a free society. This idea highlights the collective duty and obligation that citizens have towards defending their government and securing its continued existence.

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