Charles Sumner: “In face of this long array, it is difficult to see how British critics…”

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In face of this long array, it is difficult to see how British critics or British ministers can venture to reproach us.

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Sumner argues against British reproaches towards the United States regarding maritime issues, emphasizing the complexity of the situation.

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Charles Sumner: “In face of this long array, it is difficult to see how British critics or British ministers can venture to reproach us.”