An example has thus been set which, if successful in its final issue, may be followed by other civilized nations, and finally be the means of returning to productive industry millions of men now maintained to settle the disputes of nations by the bayonet and the broadside.
Grant suggests that successful arbitration could inspire other nations to resolve disputes without conflict, benefiting many.
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