LAD #6: Washington's Proclamation of Neutrality

Washington's Proclamation of Neutrality:  In this document Washington focuses on what the US policy will be in response to war in Europe between many powerful countries.  He states that the US will adopt a policy of neutrality and that all US citizens should avoid any action that interferes with this policy.  He also makes clear that any citizen who does take action against any of the countries at war will not be protected by the US from then on.  This along with the fact that there will be punishments for interfering led to many citizens quickly abiding by this new policy.