Give Me Liberty
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This book is a transcription of the renowned speech delivered by Patrick Henry on March 23, 1775, at St. John's Church in Richmond, Virginia. It's considered a pivotal moment in the lead-up to the American Revolution. The speech powerfully articulated the need for armed resistance against British rule, galvanizing the Virginia House of Burgesses to support the war effort. It was a direct and influential call to action that ultimately played a role in shaping the course of American history.Book Details
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Patrick Henry was an American attorney, planter, politician, and orator best known for his declaration to the Second Virginia Convention (1775): "Give me liberty, or give me death!" A Founding Father,...
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