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7594. RIGHTS, Defence of.—

We will
ever be ready to join with our fellow-subjects
in every part of the British empire, in
executing all those rightful powers which
God has given us, for the reestablishment and
guaranteeing their constitutional rights,
when, where, and by whomsoever invaded. [434]
Resolutions of Albemarle County. Ford ed., i, 419.
(July 26, 1774)

 
[434]

Jefferson's own county.—Editor.