The Learning Curve

Harlow Giles Unger on Patrick Henry & American Liberty


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This week on The Learning Curve co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and DFER's Alisha Searcy interview Harlow Giles Unger, author of Lion of Liberty: Patrick Henry and the Call to a New Nation. Mr. Unger delves into the life of Patrick Henry as the country celebrates the Fourth of July. He explores Henry's early life, his rise as a lawyer and political figure, and his fiery opposition to British policies. Mr. Unger highlights Henry's famous "Give me liberty, or give me death!" speech and his influential role as governor of Virginia, underscoring his enduring legacy in helping forge American independence. In closing, he reads a passage from his book, Lion of Liberty: Patrick Henry and the Call to a New Nation. The Learning Curve team wishes everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July!
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