James Monroe: Fifth Annual Message

December 3, 1821 (over 202 years ago)

In his first address to a new Congress, President Monroe reviews the key relations with the international powers and the associated interactions and disputes where relevant. Monroe provides an update on defensive military measures and guidance for Congress on the terms top priorities.

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Barack Obama: First Presidential Prime Time Press Conference

February 9, 2009 (about 15 years ago)

Barack Obama's first press conference focuses on the plans of the government to resolve the unemployment crisis that recession has brought to the Americas.

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George Washington: Proclamation Against Crimes Against the Cherokee Nations

December 12, 1792 (over 231 years ago)

President George Washington calls on the American people to track down and bring to justice at a bounty of $500 a piece, 'certain lawless and wicked persons' who attacked a peaceful Cherokee nation town.

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Barack Obama: President Obama's First Weekly Presidential Address

January 24, 2009 (over 15 years ago)

Barack Obama's first weekly presidential address optimistically launches the recovery and reinvestment plan that will boost the work market and eventually lead to the advancement and betterment of other economic and social areas in America.

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Thomas Jefferson: Address to the Wolf and the People of the Mandan Nation

December 30, 1806 (over 217 years ago)

President Thomas Jefferson receives representatives from the Mandan Nation and speaks of his desire for them to act as one family, abandoning war in favor of trade.

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Barack Obama: Yes We Can

January 8, 2008 (over 16 years ago)

Barack Obama's primary speech about his goals for America's change is empowered by the people and will be done for the people of America.

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Andrew Jackson: Seventh Annual Message to Congress

December 7, 1835 (over 188 years ago)

President Jackson continues to call on justice from France for past aggressions to American commerce that have lavished unresolved for 20+ years. Jackson also covers at great length the financial status of the nation, with updates on various other priorities of his administration.

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George Washington: Sixth Annual Message to Congress

November 19, 1794 (over 229 years ago)

President George Washington discusses his response to The Whiskey Rebellion and calls for the establishment of a permanent militia and that recompense be paid to those citizens who lost property in the process of defending the laws of the government. He calls for the pay down of US debt and fore...

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Barack Obama: President Obama at Fort Hood: "Greatness Before Our Very Eyes"

November 10, 2009 (over 14 years ago)

Barack Obama speaks of greatness, sacrifice and valor of those in service for maintaining peace within the American nation amidst the unexpected events of war.

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John Adams: Death of George Washington

December 19, 1799 (over 224 years ago)

Upon the passing of General George Washington, President Adams pass homage to the father of a Nation, inclusive of several letters trumpeting the virtues of the great man.

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