Mr. Seward to Mr. Fogg.
No. 25.]
Department of State, Washington,
September 19, 1862.
Sir: Your despatch of August 28 (No. 21) has been received. It is pleasant to see that while this republic is engaged in so severe a struggle to preserve its existence, the only state in Europe which enjoys such free institutions is contented, peaceful, and prosperous. We are, however, only passing through a trial of which Switzerland has had many painful experiences.
I am, sir, your obedient servant,
WILLIAM H. SEWARD.
George G. Fogg, Esq., &c., &c., Berne.