Charles Sumner: “All are watching, at this moment, the movement of our forces under…”

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All are watching, at this moment, the movement of our forces under General Grant, and are longing for victory.

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Massachusetts

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Sumner notes the public's anticipation of military success under General Grant.

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Charles Sumner: “All are watching, at this moment, the movement of our forces under General Grant, and are longing for victory.”