The depredations upon our commerce were not merely in violation of ancient treaties, but also of the Law of Nations; so that, even if the treaties were annulled, yet the Law of Nations remained with its obligations and remedies.
Sumner asserts that violations of commerce were against both treaties and international law, maintaining obligations regardless of treaty status.
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