People of that renowned island!--children of the land of our forefathers!--proceed, proceed in this glorious career, till the whole earth shall be redeemed from the greatest curse that ever has afflicted the human race.
Quincy calls upon the people of Britain to continue their efforts towards abolishing slavery worldwide.
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