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Selections from the Letters and Speeches of the Hon. James H. Hammond: Of South Carolina

The collection offers insights into the political and social views of James H. Hammond, highlighting his contributions and influence during his time. more

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James Henry Hammond
James Henry Hammond

James Henry Hammond was a U.S. politician who served as a Representative. Born on November 15, 1807, he passed away on November 13, 1864. more

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“The moment this House undertakes to legislate upon this subject slavery, it dissolves the Union. Should it be my fortune to have a seat upon this floor, I will abandon it the instant the first decisive step is taken looking towards legislation of this subject. I will go home to preach, and if I can, practice, disunion, and civil war, if needs be. A revolution must ensue, and this republic sink in blood.”

“Comrades! The kulak uprising in your five districts must be crushed without pity. You must make example of these people. (1) Hang (I mean hang publicly, so that people see it) at least 100 kulaks, rich bastards, and known bloodsuckers. (2) Publish their names. (3) Seize all their grain. (4) Single out the hostages per my instructions in yesterday's telegram. Do all this so that for miles around people see it all, understand it, tremble, and tell themselves that we are killing the bloodthirsty kulaks and that we will continue to do so ...Find tougher people.”