ABSTRACT
Offensive war contrary to the nature of democracy. - Defensive war exceedingly rare. Erroneousness of the ideas commonly annexed to the phrase, our country. - Nature of war delineated. - Insufficient causes of war - The acquiring a healthful and vigorous tone to the public mind - The putting a termination upon private insults - The menaces or preparations of our neighbours - The dangerous consequences of concession. - Two legitimate causes of war.
