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About the Course

“Give me liberty, or give me death:” Remembering Patrick Henry, the Forgotten Founder Patrick Henry was enormously popular during the
American Revolution. Even Thomas Jefferson, who over time developed a deep loathing of Henry (some would say jealousy), had to admit that
“it is not now easy to say what we should have done without Patrick Henry.” Edmund Randolph, a patriot leader in his own right, explained that
“It was Patrick Henry … awakening the genius of his country, and binding a band of patriots together to hurl defiance at the tyranny of so
formidable a nation as Great Britain.” Yet, today, Patrick Henry is ill-remembered; most Americans might recall at best perh...
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Top reviews

LM

Jun 30, 2019

Excellent course for anyone interested in American History. Enjoyable lectures. Loved that some of the lectures were filmed at the actual location. Easy to understand. Highly recommend.

HH

Apr 5, 2020

This was a wonderful course! Dr. Ragosta was knowledgable, and his lectures interesting and engaging. This course should be required viewing for anyone studying American history!

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By Fernando R

Dec 2, 2019

This is an excellent course. I have learned a lot about Patrick Henry. Very detailed and the professor is excellent!!

By James B N

Jul 22, 2017

Very interesting course presented in a way that motivates the student to delve further into the subject.

Great fun!!!

By Kimberly R

May 8, 2020

Great information presented in an easy to understand format. I'm actually sad the course only takes 5 weeks!

By Ronald A Y

Mar 18, 2021

Enjoyed the course and learned a lot about the man that isn't taught in our institutions.

By Janice O

Apr 26, 2020

I thought the course was excellent - clearly presented and thought provoking! Thank you.

By JOHN Q

Jul 5, 2017

Interesting class regarding one of the real founders of this country. Thanks so much!

By Jamie P

Jun 20, 2019

I already knew a lot about Mr. Henry but with this course I learned so much more.

By Clarke S

Jan 7, 2021

Outstanding course. Dr. Ragosta is a very scholarly and entertaining presenter.

By Joseph B

Aug 4, 2017

John Ragosta brilliantly sheds light on this critical forgotten founding father.

By Don D

Aug 16, 2020

Really enjoyed this course. Was not aware of the great legacy of Patrick Henry.

By John C L

Jul 3, 2020

outstanding teacher

I learned so much about American History and Patrick Henry

By Adam L

Aug 7, 2017

Learned a lot about a founding father that I had little knowledge of before.

By ines p b

Jan 4, 2024

Muy claro e interesante con detalles de la historia que no conocíamos

By John C

Aug 1, 2022

Well designed, easy to follow along with and incredibly informative!

By earl b

Sep 19, 2021

I really enjoyed it and learned a lot about "Our ForgottenFounder".

By Howard S B

Jan 12, 2022

This course is an excellent overview of Patrick Henry's life.

By Dutch G

Nov 17, 2021

Excellent. Very informative and a well balanced presentation.

By Donette C

Sep 21, 2020

A wonderful course! Very interesting and well organized!

By Kathy A M

May 15, 2022

Course was very interesting. So much I didn't know.

By Rick C

Mar 19, 2021

Entertaining and Insightful, Highly recommended

By Sharon S

Apr 3, 2018

Excellent course, most interesting instructor.

By Robert B

Jan 30, 2018

One of the best history classes from Coursera.

By jennifer d

Jun 22, 2020

I thoroughly enjoyed John Ragosta's lectures!

By Barbara S

Jan 3, 2021

This was a fantastic and well paced course!

By KIP B

Jan 1, 2023

Brilliant Instructor. Fantastic material.