Quote by Thomas Jefferson
The acquisition of Canada this year, as far as the neighborhood of Quebec, will be a mere matter of marching, and will give us experience for the attack of Halifax the next, and the final expulsion of England from the American continent.
Summary
In this quote, attributed to Thomas Jefferson, the speaker suggests that conquering and acquiring Canada would be relatively easy, starting with the capturing of Quebec. They believe this triumph would provide valuable knowledge and skills for a subsequent assault on Halifax, ultimately leading to the complete removal of England from North America. The quote reflects the desire and confidence of some American leaders of that time in expanding their territory and securing complete independence from British rule.
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