On the recordJanuary 21, 1862
The purpose of this war is to attack, pursue, and destroy a rebellious enemy and to deliver the country from danger menaced by traitors.
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presidency.ucsb.eduThe purpose of this war is to attack, pursue, and destroy a rebellious enemy and to deliver the country from danger menaced by traitors.
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