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Returning Troops
GOVERNOR CRAPO'S WELCOME TO RETURNING TROOPS.
which is the birthright of all—and finally, in placing the Union, established by the blood of our fathers, upon an imperishable foundation. You will also possess the rich inheritance of meriting the continued plaudits, and of enjoying the constant gratitude of- a free people, whose greatness you have preserved in its hour of most imminent peril. In the name of the people of Michigan, I thank you for the honor you have done us by your valor, your soldierly bearing, your invincible courage, everywhere displayed, whether upon the field of battle, in the perilous assault, or in the deadly breach; for your patience under the fatigues and privations and Bufferings incident to war, and for your discipline and ready obedience to the
orders of your superiors. We are proud in believing that when the history of this rebellion shall have been written, where all have done well, none will stand
. higher on the roll of fame than the officers and soldiers sent to the field from the loyal and patriotic State of Michigan.
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