Question

When George Washington composed his Farewell Address in 1796 he warned the country to "to steer clear of permanent Alliances" with foreign countries. Events within which country MOST likely influenced his opinion?
Responses

A HaitiHaiti

B SpainSpain

C FranceFrance

D Great Britain

Answer 1

The events within **C. France** most likely influenced George Washington's opinion when he warned the country to "steer clear of permanent Alliances." During Washington's presidency, the United States had a complicated relationship with France, especially following the French Revolution and the subsequent conflicts that arose. Washington was concerned about the potential entanglements and divisions that could arise from permanent alliances, particularly in the context of the revolutionary fervor and instability in France at that time.