Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death: Review of the famous speech given by Patrick Henry

Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death - Review of the famous speech of Patrick Henry. Can we learn from the past and avoid repeating the events of History. Let us see what has happened in the past, in the state of Virginia, one of the Original 13 States.
The question before the House is one of awful moment to this country. For my
own part, I consider it as nothing less than a question of freedom or slavery; should I
keep back my opinions at such a time, through fear of giving offense, I should consider
myself as guilty of treason towards my country.
Mr. President, it is natural to man to indulge in the illusions of hope. [But] Is this
the part of wise men, engaged in a great struggle for liberty? Are we disposed to be of
the number of those who, having eyes, see not, and, having ears, hear not, the things
which so nearly concern their salvation? For my part, whatever anguish of spirit it may...