Patrick Henry


 
 
Patrick Henry

:This article is about the American politician. For the French criminal, see Patrick Henry (French criminal).

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Patrick Henry (May 29, 1736 – June 6, 1799) was a prominent figure in the American Revolution, known and remembered primarily for his stirring oratory. Along with Samuel Adams and Thomas Paine, he was one of the most influential (and radical) advocates of revolution.

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Trained as an attorney, and noted for his heated oratorical skills, this Virginian first made a name for himself in a case dubbed the "Parson's Cause" (1763) which was an argument on whether the price of tobacco paid to clergy for their services should be set by the colonial government or by the Crown. Henry won the case, to the consternation of the British government.


 

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Patrick Henry Addressing the Virginia Assembly
Patrick Henry Addressing the Virginia Assembly
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Patrick Henry Making His Famous Speech in the House of Burgesses
Patrick Henry (1736-1799) Addressing the Virginia Assembly  March 1775 Engraved by Henry Bryan Hall
Patrick Henry (1736-1799) Addressing the Virginia Assembly March 1775 Engraved by Henry Bryan Hall
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