the creation of two opposing political parties during the 1796 elections
The power of the military-industrial complex.
One can address a retiring employee with fond memories. One can also do a slide show during the farewell send off of a retiring employee.
discouraging permantent policies of the Federalists
George Washington.
It could be called his "Farewell Address" . "Valedictory (Address) " would be a fancier description.
Washington's farewell address was Washington's political testament to the nation.
Lee's Farewell Address was created in 1865.
George Washington in 1796 short before the end of his second terms as President of the USA.
Washington's farewell address is what you are thinking of.
He wanted the nations to stay neutral and out of alliances with other countries to avoid war and conflict.
Abraham Lincoln's Farewell Address was created in 1861.