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Patrick Henry (Jolly) visits Southern for Constitution Day event
Henry descendant portrays famous statesman
Patrick Henry typically is not remembered for his role in the creation of the U.S. Constitution. In fact, he was not even present when the document was created. However, we may not have the incredible document we have today if it were not for the intense efforts of Virginia's Patrick Henry.
On Sept. 17 at 11 a.m., Patrick Henry's descendant, Patrick Henry Jolly, will perform at the Southern campus, offering highlights from Henry's childhood through his exciting political career. The program also will feature a special performance of the speech which culminated with the fiery words, “…give me liberty, or give me death!”
The event is open to the public and several local school children will be in attendance.
Patrick Henry Jolly is a fifth-great grandson of the American patriot Patrick Henry. He is active in the Patrick Henry Memorial Foundation, currently serving as Vice President of the nearly 200 member Descendant’s Branch.
As a performer, Jolly has performed as his famous ancestor throughout Ohio, as well as in Mississippi and Henry’s home state of Virginia. Jolly is featured annually at Red Hill, the last home and burial place of Patrick Henr,y during the July 4 celebration. Red Hill is located about 30 miles south of Lynchburg, Virginia.
Jolly resides in Geauga County, Ohio with his family. He works for the Geauga County Public Library and also is a professional entertainer.
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