American statesman and patriot Patrick Henry (1736-1799) addresses the Virginia House of Burgesses in vehement opposition to the British Stamp Act, delivering his famous “If this be treason, make the most of it” speech. MPI/Getty Images
The following is a lightly edited transcript of a speech delivered on May 28, 2026, at the “Give Me Liberty or Give Me Death” Reenactment at The Heritage Foundation.
Britain’s seven year war with France came at a great cost. Its consequences would alter the world.
