Sumner, Charles (1811-1874) Speeches by Charles Sumner [Decimalized 496.088.01-.02]
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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC00496.088 Author/Creator: Sumner, Charles (1811-1874) Place Written: Boston, Massachusetts Type: Header Record Date: 1866 Pagination: Order a Copy
Two speeches by Sumner.
Sumner graduated from Harvard Law School in 1834. He lectured and taught law, then was elected to the Senate in 1851, where he was known for his stirring speeches, advocating emancipation and benefits for blacks. He opposed Andrew Johnson's Reconstruction policies and played a strong role in the impeachment trials against the President.
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