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Patrick Henry

Patrick Henry is most famous for his fiery speech which ended "Give me liberty or give me death." A self taught lawyer, he was instrumental in contributing to public opinion during the American Revolution.

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Why is Patrick Henry famous?

He was a rich slave owner who is famous for saying "give me liberty or give me death". He had high ideals of freedom, but at the same time he sold out his ideals by denying that very freedom to every slave he owned. At that time in history the "liberty" club was very exclusive and only accepted land owning, white males. His courage for defying the authority in England could not be denied, however, as his risked his fortune and his life for his treason against the crown. His bravery to take a stand against tyranny and injustice at great personal risk, albeit hypocritical, made him unique in my humble opinion.

What did Patrick Henry accomplishments?

his accomplishments were giving a famous speech called "Give me Liberty or give me death!! He was also known as Thunder Henry, because when he gave his speech, his voice BOOMED. He also became a famous lawyer.

Is Patrick Henry's argument effective?

Virginia Colony joined the other twelve in war, so I'd say that his speech did what he meant it to.

What are some Allusions in Speech in the Virginia Convention by Patrick Henry?

"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."

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"Suffer not yourselves to be betrayed with a kiss."

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What examples of hyperbole are found in Patrick Henry's speechh?

"Give Me Liberty Or Give Me Death!" and "Gentlemen may cry, Peace, Peace, but there is no peace. The war is actually begun!"

Did Abraham Lincoln say 'Give me liberty or give me death'?

No. It was Patrick Henry on March 23, 1775, who said " 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!"

What was Patrick Henry's first job and how did he like it?

Patrick Henry's first job was as a storekeeper for his father’s store in Virginia. He found the work unfulfilling and did not enjoy it, feeling that it lacked the excitement and challenge he desired. This dissatisfaction with his initial career path ultimately led him to pursue law, where he became a prominent orator and a key figure in the American Revolution.

When did Patrick Henry marry dorothea Dandridge?

Patrick Henry married to Sarah Shelton in 1754 Patrick Henry married to Dorothea Dandridge in 1777

What if your President may easily become king. and mdashPatrick Henry 1788 What is Patrick Henry's main point in the quote above?

He is speaking to the inadequate structure of checks and balances within the constitution to effectively protect the secession of power. He was afraid the people would not possess the physical capabilities to remove a President determined to establish a Monarchy. He was especially worried about the Government controlling a standing army that could be used by a tyrant to control the populace.

Was Patrick Henry's wife Sarah Shelton crazy?

Sarah Shelton Henry was, actually, insane. She was kept in a seventeenth century version of a straight jacket in the basement of the Henry's Scotchtown home. Now, this may seem harsh, but the alternative was worse: an asylum was the only other option, a place that, at the time, was cold, cruel, and unkept. There was no question that she would die there of starvation or disease. She had the 'best' medical care, which were, for the time bleedings and exorcisms. When she finally died in February of 1776, she was buried in an unmarked grave on the family plantation. Word is that she still haunts Scotchtown. Now, this leads some to speculate that Sarah was the inspiration to Patrick Henry's famous quote "Give me liberty, or give me death!" Truth to this is really unknown. It could be true, but chances are it's historical fiction. If you enjoy historical fiction, there's been a book written about Patrick Henry and his nutsy wife called 'Or Give Me Death' by Anne Rinaldi. It's actually a brilliant and thought provoking piece. Keep in mind, again, it is fiction. Hope to have helped.

What choices for the colonists does Patrick Henry outline?

Patrick Henry said, "Give me liberty or give me death."

Who wasPatrick henry's wife?

In 1754 he married Sarah Shelton, who died in 1775. He married Dorthea Dandridge in 1777.
Patrick Married twice. His first wife was named Sarah Shelton. With her, he had six children. Their names were; Martha,John,William,Anne,Elizabeth, and Edward. With his second wife, Dorothea Dandridge, He had eleven children. They were caled; Dorothea (Dolly), Sarah Butler (Sallie), Martha Catharana (Kitty), Patrick, Jr.,Fayette,Alexander, Nathaniel West, Rishard, Edward Winston, John, and Jane Robertson.

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Why did Patrick Henry introduce the Stamp Act?

The stamp act was the British governments first attempt at taxing the colonists directly Henry like many others did not agree with this tax he stood before the House of Burgesses and boldly argued against the stamp act. The house passes four of his revolutions in opposition to the stamp act. The tax was repealed by parliament the very next year.
Patrick Henry opposed the Stamp Act because he believed that taxation without representation was erroneous

What did Patrick Henry speak about liberty in?

=Patrick Henry talked about fighting against the British army and not stand there while the British take over.=

What is Patrick Henry's first name?

Patrick not Ronald, well they named Patrick Henry after his father John Henry's brother (Patrick Henry's uncle) Patrick.

How long did Patrick Henry go to kings college?

he went to school for only a short period of time. but he was taught by his father. who had a very good education.