Corroborates both federal coercive reach and the limit represented by continued resistance and later repeal.
The passage follows subpoenas, violence at John Neville's house, and federal intervention, then distinguishes suppression from political settlement.
Washington combined negotiation with a federal militia of nearly 13,000 men, ending the immediate rebellion; political opposition to the excise persisted, aided Jefferson's election, and culminated in repeal in 1802.
“The Whiskey Rebellion,” concluding paragraph
“The Whiskey Rebellion,” concluding paragraph
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