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Calvin Coolidge: These sons of the Puritans, of the Huguenots, of the men of Londonderry, braved exile to secure peace, but they were not…

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These sons of the Puritans, of the Huguenots, of the men of Londonderry, braved exile to secure peace, but they were not afraid to die in defence of their convictions.
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Calvin Coolidge
Republican · Vermont

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Coolidge honors the sacrifices made by early settlers for peace and their unwavering commitment to their beliefs.

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