Declaration Of Independence Persuasive Speech

In 10 minutes, you will want to give your life to your country. All I need to convince you is your attention, so please listen carefully.
In 1776, the world changed. We decided that we had enough of tyranny, it was time for change. After what are called to day the “intolerable acts”, it was time for a change. Through many hours and drafts, a declaration was born. Our leaders, powerful, wealthy, and successful men, had decided, we were going to war. On July 4th, it was time that the document was signed, and the country was committed to a revolution for independence. That day 56 men arrived, they were there to leave their lives in danger, to give away that power, that wealth, and that success, all in the name of freedom. Once those 56 men signed

The creation, the wealth, the well being of millions would not be here without those few men, who on that critical day, gave their lives to freedom. That turning point not only changed the lives of millions, but it turned a light onto liberty. Countries since have followed. Taking power from tyranny and giving it to the people. As we look through history, human civilization has gone from tyranny, to democracy. From oppression to freedom. It’s a sign of progress toward a more prosperous world. We are innovating, freedom is the future, the world will become a better place when we give people their rights. Today, all of you have something to contribute to that. You can do something great, you can be the person to change the world. I am asking you, to commit your support, your lives, to the Cuban war, to fight for their freedom, the same way we fought for ours. It will be a difficult battle, but we will never give up. Cuba deserves the same chance we have, they deserve the chance for

The USS Maine, a symbol of American power and devotion, was sunk. Along with it, 268 of our own men lost their life. Children lost their fathers, wife’s lost their husbands, fathers lost their sons. All of America was shocked, including myself. This is no longer a battle of obligation, it is a defense, a vengeance of our fallen men. This was not just any ship, it was ours, our resources, our dignity, and most importantly, our people, were hurt by this attack. To not respond would be unfair to the American