Charles Sumner: “It was hoped that in this way the Rebellion might gain that powerful…”

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It was hoped that in this way the Rebellion might gain that powerful British intervention which would restore its failing fortunes.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner articulates the hope of the Rebellion for British intervention to aid their cause.

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