Charles Sumner: “The country rose at once in agony of grief, and everywhere strong men…”

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The country rose at once in agony of grief, and everywhere strong men wept.

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Sumner captures the national mourning following the assassination of the President, highlighting the deep emotional impact on the country.

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Charles Sumner: “The country rose at once in agony of grief, and everywhere strong men wept.”