Here will be found the distinction on which I have always insisted,--that, while other powers conceded belligerent rights to our Rebels, it was in England only that the concession was supplemented by acts causing direct damage to the United States.
Sumner highlights the unique situation of England's actions regarding belligerent rights during the conflict, which he believes caused direct harm to the U.S.
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