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Should the time come when the action of the United States can hasten the return of peace by a single hour, that action will be heartily taken.
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gutenberg.orgUlysses S. Grant: “Should the time come when the action of the United States can hasten the return of peace by a single hour, that action…”
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Grant expresses a willingness to act if it could help restore peace, highlighting a proactive approach to international relations.
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