Famous quotes containing the words annexation and/or treaty:
“The Oregon [matter] and the annexation of Texas are now all- important to the security and future peace and prosperity of our union, and I hope there are a sufficient number of pure American democrats to carry into effect the annexation of Texas and [extension of] our laws over Oregon. No temporizing policy or all is lost.”
—Andrew Jackson (1767–1845)
“No treaty is ever an impediment to a cheat.”
—Sophocles (497–406/5 B.C.)