The complexion of the world is changing, a revolution benefiting the greater part of mankind is coming about, or so we hope. Everything points toward that outcome: the momentous events that have just transpired in Europe; the peace treaty signed by the Powers; a new order of things, a system of reparations meant to strengthen the bonds uniting people the world over.

Among the victorious Powers of Europe, the magnanimous Emperor Alexander is particularly distinguishing himself by dint of his humanity, his liberal outlook, his moderation, his generosity. Surrounded by glory, in the midst of his conquests, he shines with an unequalled splendour, which the course of human events can never dim.

The great and magnanimous British Nation, having reached the highest point of glory any people on earth has ever attained, is bringing a salutary influence to bear on the European congress through its wise administration, its enlightened counsels, and the brave exploits of its fleets and armies.

O unparalleled turn of fortune! O unexpected revolution! Humanity triumphs and the stage is set for the regeneration of a greater part of mankind. At the European congress, for the first time since the world began, we see the great and pressing question of permanently abolishing the Slave Trade under discussion; for the first time, in outlawing that abominable and inhuman traffic, the majority of the Sovereigns of Europe are casting a look of liberation on the people of Africa. One power alone (and who could believe it?) insists on maintaining this shameful traffic for another five years: France. The French, erstwhile democrats, philanthropists, propagators of liberty and equality, ardent defenders of the rights of man, and now, today, rabid votaries of the slave trade, enemies and persecutors of mankind. O delirium! O inconceivable disgrace!

Noble and generous England! To you it falls to heal the most horrendous, the most terrible wound ever to afflict humanity; to you it falls, now, to bring about the regeneration of half the inhabitants of this globe, by conveying the light of knowledge and civilization to the hearts of our African brethren. May you restore peace and happiness to that part of the world…