We have just come out from the fires of a terrible Rebellion, and our special purpose now is to set up safeguards against the recurrence of any such calamity, and also for the establishment of peace and tranquillity throughout that whole region.
Sumner emphasizes the importance of preventing future conflicts after the Civil War.
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