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De Alexander: “The splendid fighting qualities of Jacob Brown had saved Sackett's Harbour; and the brilliant pluck of Winfield Scott…”

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The splendid fighting qualities of Jacob Brown had saved Sackett's Harbour; and the brilliant pluck of Winfield Scott had withstood a force three times his own until British bayonets pushed him over the crest of Queenstown Heights.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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Alexander praises the bravery and effectiveness of military leaders Brown and Scott during a crucial battle, highlighting their contributions to the war effort.

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