Special Message
04/04/1860
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However strong may be my desire to enter into such an agreement, I am convinced that I do not possess the power.
It is my duty at all times to defend and protect the public property within the seceding States so far as this may be pr...
The national flag has floated in glory over every sea.
It affords me great satisfaction to perform this duty.