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There are other fields of glory than in war, and such a triumph will be among the most important in the annals of finance.
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Sumner advocates for recognizing achievements in finance as significant as those in war, highlighting the importance of peaceful accomplishments.
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Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
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