02129cam a22003133u 4500 6 UtSlPG 20260610133026.0 m cr n 260607r1976||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E201 Henry, Patrick, 1736-1799 Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 1976 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 1976-12-01 "Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death" by Patrick Henry is a historic speech delivered in 1775, which serves as an impassioned call to arms during the American Revolution. The text falls within the genre of oratory, representing the fervent political discourse of the time. This pivotal moment reflects the prelude to conflict between the American colonies and British rule, highlighting the serious issues surrounding freedom and tyranny. In his speech, Henry passionately argues for the necessity of fighting against British oppression, cautioning his fellow countrymen against the false hope of reconciliation. He emphasizes the futility of peaceful negotiations and presents the situation as a stark choice between liberty and slavery. By invoking powerful imagery and appeals to human experience, he urges his audience to recognize the immediacy of the threat and the need for an armed response. The concluding declaration—"Give me liberty or give me death!"—serves as a rallying cry for those seeking independence, encapsulating the determination and urgency of the revolutionary spirit. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Speeches, addresses, etc., American United States -- Politics and government -- 1775-1783 -- Sources Virginia -- Politics and government -- 1775-1783 -- Sources https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/6 42161 42161