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George Washington set a precedent by sending federal troops, specifically a militia force commanded by General Henry Lee, to put down the Whiskey Rebellion in 1794. This decisive action demonstrated the federal government's willingness and ability to enforce its laws and maintain order. It reinforced the authority of the federal government and established the principle that rebellion against federal law would not be tolerated.

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