Charles Sumner: “To insist upon the recognition of International Law is to uphold…”

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To insist upon the recognition of International Law is to uphold civilization in one of its essential securities.

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This quote highlights Sumner's belief in the critical role of international law in maintaining civilization.

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Charles Sumner: “To insist upon the recognition of International Law is to uphold civilization in one of its essential securities.”