Patrick Henry Speech Analysis

America ! What is it that makes America a powerhouse country that is known worldwide. What makes us any different from any other nation. Is it our sense of justice that makes such a powerhouse or is it our government . Maybe it’s the uniqueness of our culture. Or just maybe it's our motives that drives the true greatness of this nation, such as Patrick Henry who embraces his patriotism and tenacity to stick up for our nation, even before we were even considered a nation. He put forth the speech “Give me liberty or Give me death” . What just did Patrick bring to this table ? Well he put forth the true meaning of America and that is the American Voice. Patrick henry best represents the american voice because he demonstrates a strong sense of of patriotism and a …show more content…
Is this the part of wise men, engaged in a great and arduous struggle for liberty” ? “They tell us, sir, that we are weak; unable to cope with so formidable an adversary. But when shall we be stronger? Will it be the next week, or the next year? Will it be when we are totally disarmed, and when a British guard shall be stationed in every house? Shall we gather strength by irresolution and inaction” ? Patrick use of questioning and imagery is the edge he has for the true meaning of american voice. This is what has allowed him successfully put his plans in motion and one of the greatest assets to where we stand at today as a nation. Then ultimately he ends with his greatest lines that truly embark the true power of american voice. “What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God! I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty or give me death” ! As for my opinion of the authors work I feel most of them had a strong american voice but when it comes to who truly spark me it had to patrick henry who shows his