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Charles Sumner: “For they belong to a nation that, through the orders of its Executive to the naval vessels here, has chosen to take part…”

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For they belong to a nation that, through the orders of its Executive to the naval vessels here, has chosen to take part in the internal conflicts of this country; they come directly from the head-quarters of Cabral’s enemies; they are without arms, uniform, or authority of any kind for being in a hostile region.
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Charles Sumner
Massachusetts

Editor's note · Context

Sumner describes the implications of foreign involvement in domestic conflicts, highlighting the risks involved.

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