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'Give me liberty or give me death' turns 250. Here's what it meant in 1775

The phrase 'Give me liberty or give me death' was first used by Patrick Henry to rally Virginia colonists for war against Great Britain, just weeks before the American Revolution.
Henry's speech led to increased support for independence and the growth of Virginia's militias.
Many Americans felt like second-class citizens due to their lack of representation in parliament, as noted by Ragosta.
Lord Dunmore, Virginia’s royal governor, offered freedom to enslaved people who fought for the British during this period.

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The Left Has No Respect For God, Country, Or History–Including Patrick Henry

By Hans von Spakovsky, The Daily Signal | March 26, 2025 Three years ago I wrote about what a spine-tingling feeling it was to attend a recreation of Patrick Henry’s fiery “Give me liberty, or give me death” speech in the place where he actually gave it: St. John’s Episcopal Church in Richmond, Virginia. St. John’s, built in 1741 on a high hill with a grand view of the James River, is still a functioning church today. But on Sunday, March 23, St…

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DATELINE STOCKBRIDGE: Part Two — Our history can guide us - The Berkshire Edge

1760: The French and Indian War ends in 1754, but the debt remains. The British government increases taxes in the colonies to pay the debt. 1763: A proclamation restricts expansion westward. 1765: The Stamp Act imposes taxes on printed materials, sparking protests and boycotts. 1767: The Townshend Acts tax imported goods like tea, glass, and paper. 1770: Five civilians are killed by British soldiers in the Boston Massacre. 1773: The Boston Tea P…

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“Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death”: A Call to Arms for the Spirit of 1775

Let us stand today, steeled by the spirit of Patrick Henry, and speak the words that shook an empire: Give us liberty — or give us death. ... The post “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death”: A Call to Arms for the Spirit of 1775 appeared first on The New American.

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‘Give me liberty or give me death’ turns 250. Here’s what it meant in 1775

By BEN FINLEY The phrase “Give me liberty or give me death!” has survived the centuries like a line in a Shakespeare play. Related Articles National News | Teen killed after triggering avalanche in Alaska, where 4 have died in snow slides this month National News | Tax season is a prime time for scams. IRS uncertainty could add to the issues this year National News | Former NFL and college assistant coach p…

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'Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death' Turns 250. Here's What It Meant in 1775

The printed version of Henry’s galvanizing speech in a crowded church was about 1,200 words. And yet those seven words have survived the centuries like a line from a Shakespeare play.

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Demonstrators rally at Site of Patrick Henry’s “Liberty or Death” Speech

RICHMOND, Va. (WRIC) — Sunday, March 23 marked the 250th anniversary of Patrick Henry's "Give me liberty or give me death" speech at St. John's Church. Hundreds of Virginians gathered at the site where Henry delivered those words. Some individuals were there to attend the annual reenactment of Henry's speech, while others stood outside the church rallying against what they believe is tyranny from the White House. Photo courtesy of: Deniel Dooka…

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