Charles Sumner: “But, better than gratitude even, we owe them the protection which…”

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But, better than gratitude even, we owe them the protection which comes from good generals and courageous counsels.

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Sumner argues that beyond gratitude, soldiers deserve effective leadership and support in battle.

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Charles Sumner: “But, better than gratitude even, we owe them the protection which comes from good generals and courageous counsels.”