Step back in time to witness one of the most important debates in American history: the clash between two giants of the Senate, Daniel Webster and Robert Y. Hayne. This book presents a transcript of Webster's famous reply to Hayne, which defended the Union and the supremacy of federal law. History enthusiasts and political junkies alike will be captivated by the eloquent arguments and the drama of this pivotal moment in American politics.

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