Patrick Henry

Background Info

• He was born on May 29,1739
• Died:June 6,1799
• Parents:Sarah Winston Syme and John Henry
• His wives were Sarah Shelton and Dorothea Dandridge
• Education:King's College
• He had 16 children from his two wives.

Why Was Patrick Henry Important?

• Patrick Henry was important because he was one of the leaders during the American Revolution against Great Britain and he is famous for giving the "Give me Liberty or Give me Death" speech.