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Charles Sumner: “If not enough for glory, he has done too much to be forgotten; and hereafter, when our country is fully redeemed, his…”

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If not enough for glory, he has done too much to be forgotten; and hereafter, when our country is fully redeemed, his name will be inscribed in that faithful company, who, through good report and evil report, held fast to the truth.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner emphasizes the importance of remembering those who stood firm in their beliefs, regardless of public opinion.

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