On This Day 250 Years Ago
March 23, 1775
Patrick Henry proposes a bold set of resolutions to the Second Virginia Convention, calling for Virginia to be “immediately put into a posture of Defence.” This recommendation sparks intense debate.During the ensuing debate, Patrick Henry passionately declares, “I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!” Henry’s resolutions pass by a narrow margin.
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