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Why do you think Washington approved the treaty even though it failed in some significant respects?

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President Washington wanted a just Native American policy, explaining that "The Government of the United States are determined that their Administration of Indian Affairs shall be directed entirely by the great principles of Justice and humanity." However, his desire to protect American citizens led to many bloody

In 1790 and 1791, Washington dispatched armies to confront Native forces, and in both instances the Americans were soundly defeated. Responding to these two embarrassing setbacks, Congress authorized a five-thousand man regular army to quell resistance.

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In mid-August 1795, Washington signed Jay's Treaty. He reasoned that it was the best he could get, and that rejection would make it appear that the US favored France—Britain's enemy. Since Congress has the power of the purse, costs as a result of the Treaty would have to be approved by the House of Representatives.

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