On the recordJanuary 1, 1776
This is the true ground and principle of the war on the part of America, and, consequently, there remains nothing to do, but for every one to fulfil his obligation.
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Thomas Paine
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Paine asserts that the American cause is founded on a clear principle, calling for every individual to fulfill their duty.
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