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The most ignorant and degraded American felt himself far superior to the most enlightened European.
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gutenberg.orgAlbert Beveridge: “The most ignorant and degraded American felt himself far superior to the most enlightened European.”
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Beveridge highlights the perceived superiority of Americans over Europeans, reflecting a nationalistic sentiment.
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