On the record
If this example were followed everywhere in our camps, we should at least save ourselves from shame, if we did not secure victory.
Source
gutenberg.orgEditor's note · Context
Sumner argues that following a certain example in military conduct could prevent shame and promote victory.
Share
More from Charles Sumner
It applies an arrogant and unrelenting ostracism to all who express themselves against Slavery.
They who strive after it, Ixion-like, embrace a cloud.
In this contest, we may borrow from the ancient Greek, who, when his hands were cut off, fought with his stumps, and even with his teeth.
Still further: every ship-of-war that floats costs more than a well-endowed college.
Other voices in this conversation
