Charles Sumner: “Happy day, long wished for, destined to gladden those beatified…”

On the record

Happy day, long wished for, destined to gladden those beatified spirits who have labored on earth to this end, but died without the sight!

Said by

Massachusetts

Source

Sumner reflects on the long-awaited day of freedom that will bring joy to those who fought for it.

More from Charles Sumner

His loyalty to the Declaration of Independence, XIX. 317.

The only Constitutional party and party of freedom, VII. 38.

Sovereignty of, belongs to the people, XVI. 28.

Contrary to Christianity, but upheld by the Church, I. 54, 58.

Other voices in this conversation

Charles Sumner: “Happy day, long wished for, destined to gladden those beatified spirits who have labored on earth to this end, but died…”