Charles Sumner: “To this work let us dedicate ourselves, without arousing another…”

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To this work let us dedicate ourselves, without arousing another enemy, through whose alliance the Rebellion may be encouraged and strengthened.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner calls for dedication to the cause without provoking additional enemies that could strengthen the Rebellion.

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Charles Sumner: “To this work let us dedicate ourselves, without arousing another enemy, through whose alliance the Rebellion may be…”