John Ragosta
Award-winning historian and former acting director of the Robert H. Smith International Center for Jefferson Studies. He is an expert on Patrick Henry and author of several books on early American history.
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Mar 25, 2025 • 1h 8min
407 Patrick Henry
John Ragosta, an award-winning historian and expert on Patrick Henry, takes us on a fascinating journey through the life of one of the American Revolution's most iconic figures. He reveals how Henry, known for his 'Give Me Liberty, or Give Me Death' speech, later opposed the U.S. Constitution out of fear of federal overreach. Ragosta also discusses George Washington's urgent plea to Henry during a political crisis in 1799, highlighting his significant yet complex role in shaping American democracy.
