Though bloodshed was to be avoided, and the U.S. government also hoped that its purpose might be attained without the loss of life, both sides prepared for war.
Meskipun pertumpahan darah itu harus dihindari, dan pemerintah AS juga berharap bahwa tujuannya mungkin dicapai tanpa jatuhnya korban jiwa, kedua belah pihak bersiap untuk perang.