The door of conciliation and compromise is finally closed by our adversaries, and it remains only to us to meet the conflict with the dignity and firmness of men worthy of freedom.
Robert ToombsAbout author
- Author's profession: Politician
- Nationality: american
- Born: July 2, 1810
- Died: December 15, 1885
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