On the recordDecember 7, 1863
For these, and especially for the improved condition of our national affairs, our renewed and profoundest gratitude to God is due.
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presidency.ucsb.eduFor these, and especially for the improved condition of our national affairs, our renewed and profoundest gratitude to God is due.
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