L. Sanders letter, 1847 Dec. 13.

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L. Sanders letter, 1847 Dec. 13.

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In a letter to Major John Sanders of Philadelphia, L. Sanders discusses efforts to abolish slavery, and he relates his views on U.S. politicians and on the institution of slavery. From a pro-slavery perspective, he expresses his opinions on states rights, abolition, abolitionists, the Missouri Compromise, Henry Clay, and the actions of the East India Company regarding slaves. He also favors the annexation of Mexico, and considers U.S. civil war almost inevitable.

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