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The election of Taylor and Fillmore had fired the Southern heart with zeal to defend slavery.
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gutenberg.orgDe Alexander: “The election of Taylor and Fillmore had fired the Southern heart with zeal to defend slavery.”
Editor's note · Context
This statement reflects the heightened emotions in the South following the election of Taylor and Fillmore, particularly regarding the issue of slavery.
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