How Did Patrick Henry Motivate For The Fight For Freedom?

America would not be where it is today without the Revolutionary War. America was founded because of the curiosity the people had, they wanted change and went for it. When the British tried to enforce their own rules the Americans would not have it and fought for their freedom. Many things helped motivate them. The desire to be independent was enough for some. Others were inspired by people's writings and speeches. One of those influential writers and speakers was Patrick Henry, he was a very important person in the Virginia colony. Thomas Paine wrote common sense and he was a very persuasive writer.
These times were hard for the Americans, they came here searching to make money and have religious freedom. As they started to be less subjected to the British the more scared the British got. They wanted control and money, both of which they were …show more content…
The colonists worked so hard to try to peacefully get what they wanted for so long and it wasn't working and some of the people became scared and started to give up. The people who remained motivated were willing to do whatever it took to gain their freedom. Patrick Henry said, “I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death!” (Henry pg 83) He wanted to be free so badly that he would die. People remember that to this day and it definitely motivated the colonists to fight for their freedom. Thomas Paine, like most people during that time believed in God. “....I am as confident, as I am that God governs the world, that America will never be happy till she gets clear of foreign dominion.Wars without ceasing, will break out till that period arrives….” (Paine, 89) Thanks to the people who didn't give up the Americans were able to be happy and achieve the freedom the deserved and part of that was because of all the speeches given during this time. Writing and speaking are very powerful tools when used