Charles Sumner: “It was aid and comfort, countenance and encouragement, of far-reaching…”

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It was aid and comfort, countenance and encouragement, of far-reaching significance.

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This quote describes the serious implications of a father's support for the Rebellion, highlighting its far-reaching effects.

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Charles Sumner: “It was aid and comfort, countenance and encouragement, of far-reaching significance.”