Charles Sumner: “Better ask, How long will be continued that War System by which such a…”

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Better ask, How long will be continued that War System by which such a duel is authorized and regulated among nations?

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Sumner challenges the continuation of the war system that legitimizes conflict between nations.

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Charles Sumner: “Better ask, How long will be continued that War System by which such a duel is authorized and regulated among nations?”