Charles Sumner: “If thou dost shed One drop of Christian blood, thy lands and goods Are…”

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If thou dost shed One drop of Christian blood, thy lands and goods Are by the laws of Venice confiscate Unto the State of Venice.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner quotes a historical principle regarding the consequences of shedding blood, emphasizing accountability.

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Early testimony of the Church against, I. 59.

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Charles Sumner: “If thou dost shed One drop of Christian blood, thy lands and goods Are by the laws of Venice confiscate Unto the State…”