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American Politician May 29, 1736 – June 6, 1799

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Is life so dear or peace so sweet as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death! Patrick Henry
It is natural for man to indulge in the illusions of hope and pride. We are apt to shut our eyes against a painful truth, and listen to the song of that siren till she transforms us into beasts. Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty? Are we disposed to be the number of those who, having eyes, see not, and having ears, hear not, the things which so nearly concern their temporal salvation? For my part, whatever anguish of spirit it may cost, I am... Patrick Henry
The battle, Sir, is not to the strong alone; it is to the vigilant, the active, the brave. Besides, Sir, we have no election. If we were base enough to desire it, it is now too late to retire from the contest. There is no retreat but in submission and slavery! Our chains are forged! Their clanking may be heard on the plains of Boston! The war is inevitable; and let it come! I repeat, Sir, let it come! Patrick Henry
Gentlemen may cry peace, peace- but there is no peace! The next gale that sweeps from the north will bring to our ears the clash of resounding arms! Our brethren are already in the field! Why should we idle here?...I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty or give me death! Patrick Henry
Patrick Henry quote: "I know not what others may choose but, as for me, give me..."
I know not what others may choose but, as for me, give me liberty or give me death. Patrick Henry
Patrick Henry quote: "I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me..."
I know not what course others may take, but as for me, give me liberty or give me death. Patrick Henry
Patrick Henry quote: "Liberty, the greatest of all earthly blessings - give us that..."
Liberty, the greatest of all earthly blessings - give us that precious jewel and you may take everything else! Patrick Henry
Patrick Henry quote: "The great object is that every man be armed. Everyone who is..."
The great object is that every man be armed. Everyone who is able may have a gun. Patrick Henry
The liberties of a people never were, nor ever will be, secure, when the transactions of their rulers may be concealed from them. Patrick Henry
For my part, whatever anguish of spirit it may cost, I am willing to know the whole truth; to know the worst and provide for it. Patrick Henry

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