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Is life so dear or peace so sweet as to be purchased at the price of chains and slavery? Forbid it, Almighty God!

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"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!"

- Patrick Henry

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This quote is written / told by Patrick Henry between May 29, 1736 and June 6, 1799. He/she was a famous Politician from USA. The author also have 18 other quotes.

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