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In the development of civilization how can the literature of War expect more honor than that of the Duel?
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Sumner critiques the glorification of war compared to the duel in civilization's literature.
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It is a cause which, though long kept in check throughout our country, as also in Europe, now confronts the people and their rulers, demanding to be heard.
Again I repeat, so long as the War System prevails under the sanction of International Law, these painful incongruities will be apparent.
Above all, welcome to the united regenerated Democracy of the North, which spurns the mockery of a Republic, with professions of Freedom on the lips, while the chains of Slavery clank in the Capitol!
Men are erring and mortal; principles are steadfast and immortal.
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