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The citizen of the United States, whether native or adopted, who discharges his duty to his country, is entitled to its complete protection.
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gutenberg.orgUlysses S. Grant: “The citizen of the United States, whether native or adopted, who discharges his duty to his country, is entitled to its…”
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Grant asserts that all citizens who fulfill their duties are entitled to full protection from the U.S.
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