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For the Rebellion the war had begun long before; but for the country it began only at that great uprising, when all seemed filled with one generous purpose, and nobody hesitated.
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Sumner reflects on the differing perceptions of when the Civil War truly began, emphasizing a collective purpose among the people.
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