The Virginia Convention Of 1776

""The Virginia Convention of 1776: A Discourse Delivered July the 3rd, 1855"" is a historical text written by Hugh Blair Grigsby. The book provides a detailed account of the Virginia Convention of 1776, which was a pivotal moment in American history. During this convention, the delegates declared Virginia's independence from Great Britain and drafted the state's first constitution. Grigsby's discourse delves into the events leading up to the convention, the debates that took place during the convention, and the impact of the convention on the American Revolution. The author also provides insights into the key players involved in the convention, including Thomas Jefferson, Patrick Henry, and Richard Henry Lee. The book is written in a scholarly style and includes extensive footnotes and references to primary sources. It is an important resource for historians, scholars, and anyone interested in the history of the American Revolution and the founding of the United States.A Discourse Delivered Before The Virginia Alpha Of The Phi Beta Kappa Society, In The Chapel Of William And Mary College, In The City Of Williamsburg, On The Afternoon Of July The 3rd, 1855.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.