I therefore beg that you would indulge me with the liberty of declining the arduous trust. Christopher Gadsden arduousbegdecline Change image and share on social
The present times require the vigor and the activity of the prime of life; but I feel the increasing infirmities of age to such a degree, that I am conscious I cannot serve you to advantage. Christopher Gadsden activityadvantageage Change image and share on social
The House of Commons, refused to receive the addresses of the colonies, when the matter was pending; besides, we hold our rights neither from them nor from the Lords. Christopher Gadsden addresscolonycommon Change image and share on social
And, Mr. Speaker, if the Governor and Council don't see fit to fall in with us, I say let the general duty law, and all, go to the devil, sir, and go about our business. Christopher Gadsden businesscouncildevil Change image and share on social
No man in America ever strove more, and more successfully first to bring about a Congress in 1765, and then to support it ever afterwards than myself. Christopher Gadsden americabringcongress Change image and share on social
What I can do for my country, I am willing to do. Christopher Gadsden country Change image and share on social
I give no more paroles to British officers. Christopher Gadsden britishgiveofficer Change image and share on social
If my acceptance of the office of Governor would serve my country, though my administration would be attended with the loss of personal credit and reputation, I would cheerfully undertake it. Christopher Gadsden acceptanceadministrationattend Change image and share on social
It may not be proper for me, perhaps, to let my feelings carry me further am therefore resigned to stop here, if sir, you think my particular reasons following too free, or will give offense to the House, which I would be sorry to be thought capable of intending. Christopher Gadsden capablecarryfeeling share on social
My sentiments for the American cause, from the Stamp Act downward, have never changed... I am still of opinion that it is the cause of liberty and of human nature. Christopher Gadsden actamericanchange Change image and share on social
