Patrick Henry Resources
Dates covered: 1736-1799, Virginia
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Books:
A Picture Book of Patrick Henry Adler tells the story of Patrick Henry from his childhood on a tobacco plantation through his career as a lawyer, politician, and governor of Virginia. Since Henry was known for his oratory prowess, excerpts from his most famous speeches are included and put into context with events of the time. Personal details, such as his wife’s mental illness and his ownership of slaves, are mentioned but not explored in great detail. Level 5.0 Middle students. Virginia.
Patrick Henry, Boy Spokesman Childhood of Famous Americans series. Explore the childhood of the man who would later give the famous “Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Death” speech. Middle students. Virginia.
Patrick Henry: Liberty or Death Graphic Novel. A biography telling the life story of Patrick Henry, who is known as the “”Voice of the American Revolution.”” Written in graphic-novel format. Level 4.3. Younger to Middle students. Virginia.
Patrick Henry Graphic novels aren’t just for superheroes! Patrick Henry has been plucked from history books and his life and accomplishments have been depicted in informative nonfiction graphic novels. Level 4.4. Younger to Middle students. Virginia.
Patrick Henry’s Liberty or Death Speech: A Primary Source Investigation The growing friction between the colonies and England in the mid-to-late eighteenth century is outlined here, as the book captures the revolutionary spirit that eventually led to the American War of Independence. Included is biographical information on Patrick Henry, as it traces his rise to fame as he grew to embody the new American identity. The book explores Henry’s role in shaping the American Bill of Rights once independence had been achieved. A detailed analysis of this historically important speech is provided, framing this important moment in America’s history. Virginia. Older students.
Where Was Patrick Henry on the 29th of May? By Jean Fritz, a lighthearted look at this famous Revolutionary War figure. Level 5.9. Younger to Middle students.
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Videos/Documentaries
- What inspired Patrick Henry to proclaim, “Give me Liberty or Give me Death!”?
- Patrick Henry Steps Into Free Speech Conversation
- 240th Anniversary of Patrick Henry’s Liberty or Death Speech
- A History of Patrick Henry
- Liberty or Death | Liberty’s Kids 🇺🇸 | Full Episode
Museums/Field Trips (including virtual):
- Red Hill Patrick Henry’s National Memorial, Brookneal, Virginia
- Patrick Henry’s Red Hill Home: Spirit of the American Revolution
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