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Charles Sumner: “They were not “individual,” but “national,” being founded on alleged violations of treaty stipulations assumed by the…”

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They were not “individual,” but “national,” being founded on alleged violations of treaty stipulations assumed by the United States in return for the aid of France in the establishment of national independence.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

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Sumner emphasizes the nature of France's claims during negotiations, highlighting their national significance.

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