The Southern rebellion was largely the outgrowth of the Mexican war. Nations, like individuals, are punished for their transgressions. (Ulysses S. Grant)

The Southern rebellion was largely the outgrowth of the Mexican war. Nations, like individuals, are punished for their transgressions.

Ulysses S. Grant

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