This speech by Daniel Sheffey was delivered during a debate on the bill to authorize the President of the United States to call upon the states and territories for their respective quotas of troops for the defense of the frontiers of the United States. It is a passionate plea for the defense of the country and provides valuable insights into the political and military climate of the time. The document is a valuable resource for historians and scholars studying the early history of the United States and its defense policies.

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