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They spurned the bribe, and took the chances of triumph through an indefinitely prolonged conflict, while recruits to the ranks of freedom were naturally falling into line throughout the Northern States.
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Julian highlights the determination of freedom fighters to reject bribery and continue their struggle for liberty.
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