Charles Sumner: “The corner-stone of National Independence is already in its place, and…”

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The corner-stone of National Independence is already in its place, and on it is inscribed the name of GEORGE WASHINGTON.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner acknowledges George Washington as a foundational figure in the establishment of national independence.

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Charles Sumner: “The corner-stone of National Independence is already in its place, and on it is inscribed the name of GEORGE WASHINGTON.”