Question

George Washington talked about foreign alliances in his farewell address. How did George Washington feel about foreign alliances?
A.
He did not want to form alliances with nations already at war.
B.
He believed alliances were the best chance at protection.
C.
He only wanted the U.S. to form alliances with European nations.
D.
He did not want to see permanent foreign alliances.

Answer 1

D. He did not want to see permanent foreign alliances.

In his Farewell Address Washington warned against "entangling" or permanent alliances with foreign nations, advocating instead neutrality and temporary, situational cooperation when absolutely necessary.