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Cyclopædia of Political Science, Political Economy, and the Political History of the United States
CONCLUSUMI.262.1
CONCLUSUM, a diplomatic note which recapitulates the demands of the power from which it proceeds. A conclusum admits of discussion. It is often merely a point of departure for negotiation. It is distinguished, therefore, from an ultimatum, which scarcely admits a reply. (See M. B. Return to top |
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The cuneiform inscription in the Liberty Fund logo is the earliest-known written appearance of the word "freedom" (amagi), or "liberty." It is taken from a clay document written about 2300 B.C. in the Sumerian city-state of Lagash.
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