“My brother Pat is not returned from Philadelphia yet,” wrote Anne Christian of her brother Patrick Henry, who was away at the First Continental Congress in 1774. “His wife is extremely ill.” Anne’s ...
Whether or not Patrick Henry ever actually uttered the famous phrase attributed to him, there is little doubt that the words and actions of Hanover County’s renowned 18th-century resident played a ...
It was respect for the opposition and vigilance in defense of freedom. Warning: This graphic requires JavaScript. Please enable JavaScript for the best experience. On ...