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De Alexander: “That vision revealed border warfare, kindred converted into enemies, onerous taxes, death on the field and in the…”

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That vision revealed border warfare, kindred converted into enemies, onerous taxes, death on the field and in the hospital, and conscription to maintain opposing forces.
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De Alexander
Republican · New York

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This vision underscores the devastating consequences of civil conflict, including warfare and societal division.

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