text analysis: the whiskey rebellion

1. who is writing?
George Washington, the first President of the United States is writing this document.

2. who is the audience?
The audience is the government in general and the people of the United States of America.

3. who do the writers represent?
The writer represents the United States of America.

4. what is being said, argued and/or requested?
George Washington is saying that if the people don't stop rebellion, then the military will be called in to stop those who are rebelling. He is saying that this rebellion really isn't necessary and the people just need to be thankful for what they have. When he feels it is necessary he will call foward the militia to control the rebellion if it becomes to much to control without using violent forces.

5. how is it being said, argued and/or requested?
It is being said in a kind of urgent matter because he is saying that he will send the militia out if the need comes. He is being straight forward and telling those rebelling to stop now.

6. what proof and/or justification is being used to legitimize the request?
The proof that this document is legitimate is that the President wrote it and he was a very important figure in government and is trustworthy with what he is saying and isn't going to lie to get the people's attention.