I think Henry’s views on whether or not to declare war against the British are entirely justified. Throughout history, there
Informing the members that there is a “responsibility which we hold to God and our country” not only establishes his ethos, but also defines where he stands on the matter (Pg. 1). Rather than explicitly saying that he is patriotic, Henry’s word choice of “treason” and “disloyalty” act as an antithesis to his views: “I should consider myself as guilty of treason towards my country, and an act of disloyalty towards the Majesty of Heaven, which I revere above all earthly kings…” (Pg. 1). Showing possession of “[his] country” also suggests that Henry has an emotional attachment to and great respect for America, again adding to the patriotic
Henry expresses his frustration in regard to the fact that the colonists have taken a passive role in the situation. This is stated on line 32 when he said, “And what have we to oppose to them? Shall we try argument? Sir, we have been trying that for the last
Henry argues that they can’t back out now and if they do, they’ll be enslaved by Britain. He says with their current ideas he can already see his country being enslaved. He gives an example of the Boston Massacre,— Britain troops open fire and murder 5 civilians— saying that Britain had already conquered Boston by establishing fear in their hearts. He has now provoked the audience and has gotten their attention and argues that war is inevitable for their freedom, and they mustn’t fear it and should let it come. In particular, “But when shall we be stronger?
Henry did so by, not only having the chance to present himself, but by mentioning events that were unstable during his time. Just like the article does about the protests of the National Anthem. Henry uses many techniques in his writings to make the listener comprehend what he is saying, but one major technique is scaring them. By using fragile topics, he frightens them by having the topic appear closer. Henry says, “There is no retreat but in submission and slavery” (Line 76).
Henry knew that he and anyone else who voted in favor of the militia were essentially signing their own death warrants for the British, but he went ahead anyways for the people of the
I know not what course others may take; but as for me, give me liberty, or give me death!” Another appeal Henry chose to make using the method of emotion was that they would not be alone in fighting this war. “Besides, sir, we shall not fight our battles alone. There is a just God who presides
Henry says "... but as for me, give me liberty or give me death!" Henry shows his own belief, which is that he would rather stand up for his country and fight for its people. It establishes his place amongst the people of the country and since he is one of them he is more likely to prove his point and gain the trust and respect of the people in his fight for liberty. “No man thinks more highly than I do of the patriotism, as well as abilities, of the very worthy gentlemen who have just addressed the House.”
He strongly advises his supporting revolutionaries by preaching, ” If we wish to be free-- if we mean to preserve inviolate those inestimable privileges for which we have been so long contending--if we mean not basely to abandon the noble struggle in which we have been so long engaged, and which we have pledged ourselves never to abandon until the glorious object of our contest shall be obtained--we must fight! I repeat it, sir, we must fight!,” (Henry,
Mr. Thoreau argues that people should not allow any government to control or atrophy their thoughts or beliefs. Mr. Thoreau was an also remained a devoted abolitionist and has written
. Henry suggests that his country should fight for freedom. In order to support this position, Henry encourages his audience to fight for freedom with the appeal of authority to point out God gave them responsibility to fight. In his view, Henry uses the authority of God
MyAccess #3 The beginning idea of Civil Disobedience can be taken in many different directions. Some immediately think of Thoreau, others have little knowledge of him and what he had done to set the image of Civil Disobedience in our world today. Nevertheless, Thoreau did a great amount for the standard of Civil Disobedience, even as of today it shows through in our society.
We have little time on earth and it goes by so fast, Living a good life doesn 't have to be measured on how long you live, but what you do during the time you 're on earth fulfilling your dreams, hopes, and self-meaning accomplishments. Henry David Thoreau once stated “ most men lead lives of quiet desperation and go to the grave with the song still in them “.His quote is relevant, it can be said he based it on his era, yet it still applies to today 's day in age. These are people who will never really understand themselves until it’s too late and untill they come to an end in their lives. People don 't stand up to a cause until it 's too late.
Thoreau mentions it too, “..bt if it is of such nature that it requires you to be the agent of injustice to another, then I say break the law” (Thoreau 6). They both encourage the individual to break the law if they believe it is unjust, there is nothing wrong with breaking the law if following would hurt you, the individual has the right to not follow any injustice. Both King and Thoreau want to end social injustice to improve the world. It is the responsibility of the individual to resist injustice since the government acts unjust due to the lack virtue, morality, and stamina from its people and leader. Although the government is filled with injustice Thoreau and King have hope that one day one individual will put an end to social
Henry claims “Give me liberty or give me death!” In this statement Henry symbolizes such a great extent of passion towards the fight for independence through that quote. He also states “What is it that gentlemen wish? What would they have? Is life so dear, or peace so sweet, as to be purchased and slavery?”
