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Famous Quote from Patrick Henry,


"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!"


By:

Patrick Henry (more quotes by Patrick Henry or books by/about Patrick Henry)


(1736-1799) US Founding Father

Date:

1775

Categories:

Freedom, Independence, Justice, Oppression, Patriotism, Responsibility, Sovereignty, Tyranny, Liberty, Terrorism, Slavery, God, Death

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