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Unwelcome as it may be to that famous Castilian pride which has played so lofty a part in modern Europe, Spain must not refuse to see the case in its true light; nor can she close her eyes to the lesson of history.
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Sumner urges Spain to recognize the reality of its situation despite its pride.
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