Political Quotes

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The rule, as succinctly expressed, is simply this,--that the property of persons domiciled in an enemy country is liable to seizure and capture without regard to the alleged friendly or loyal character of the owner.
Said by
Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner succinctly defines a rule regarding the seizure of property belonging to individuals in enemy territories during war.

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