Whitelaw Reid: “They thought the conventions were political bluster; the secession…”

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They thought the conventions were political bluster; the secession itself a piece of bravado.

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Reid describes the Northern perception of Southern secession as mere bravado.

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Suppose it to be merely a war in defense of our own just rights and interests.

These Southern Rebels have their fate in their own keeping, and they are nursing their wrath to keep it warm.

Above all, if there is a trace of politics in their work, or of seeking for political effect at home, they will fail, and deserve to fail.

And next, shall we not probably fare best in the end if we try to profit somewhat by the experience others have had in like cases?

Whitelaw Reid: “They thought the conventions were political bluster; the secession itself a piece of bravado.”