From the graves of the dead, who fought on opposite sides for their country of their state, there has been a resurrection, honorable to both sections, a Union stronger, more united and glorious than the Union established by our fathers, and with a rebound of prosperity greater than we could conceive of in 1862.
Sherman speaks to the honorable legacy of those who fought in the Civil War, resulting in a stronger Union.
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Our country, our whole country, and nothing but our country" has been the watchword and creed of my public life.
What I have written is no doubt clouded with partisanship, but I would not be honest if I did not express my attachment to my party.
Proud of Ohio, of its history and people, willing at all times to sound its praise in the sisterhood of states, yet, according to my convictions, the United States is entitled to my allegiance, and all parts of it should receive equal care…
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