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His voice and his hand were voice and hand of the Rebellion itself.
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Sumner asserts that Jefferson Davis was the embodiment of the Rebellion's leadership and actions.
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Rather would I arouse you to renewed and incessant exertion.
More precious far at that moment the consolation that he had labored for his fellow-men, and the joyous confidence that all his cares had helped the Progress of his race!
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They who strive after it, Ixion-like, embrace a cloud.
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