Charles Sumner: “The national existence depended upon money, which could be had only…”

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The national existence depended upon money, which could be had only through a forced loan.

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Massachusetts

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This statement underscores the critical role of financial resources in maintaining national existence during challenging times.

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Charles Sumner: “The national existence depended upon money, which could be had only through a forced loan.”