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What page in our history tells of deeds so fraught with blessings to the generations of men as the discovery of America?
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Adlai Stevenson
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gutenberg.orgAdlai Stevenson: “What page in our history tells of deeds so fraught with blessings to the generations of men as the discovery of America?”
Editor's note · Context
Stevenson questions the historical significance of Columbus's discovery, highlighting its profound impact on future generations.
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