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I have always respected and loved the State of Virginia, its memories, its history, its record, and its achievements.
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gutenberg.orgJohn Sherman: “I have always respected and loved the State of Virginia, its memories, its history, its record, and its achievements.”
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Sherman expresses his admiration for Virginia, highlighting its historical significance and achievements.
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