We usually remember big, dramatic moments however, we rarely pause to reflect on the smaller events that set the table for that seismic shift on the horizon. On March 17, 1775, THE VIRGINIA GAZETTE [1] covered an abundance of Colonial News starting on page one’s article on treason… then moving to a page 2 article covering petitions from the American Congress to the King. Amongst the 8 pages of small print, buried on pg. 3, is a report on a meeting of freeholders from Hanover County stating: “…they proceeded to the choice of delegates to represent them in colony conventions at the town of Richmond…the 20th of next month, when Patrick Henry, jun. and John Syme, Esqrs., were unanimously chosen…”. Just a passing mention really and barely a clue to even the most loyal reader. However, this election laid the groundwork for quickly approaching fireworks that would soon come from electing Patrick Henry. The meeting these newly elected men would attend was the historic Second Virginia Convention where Patrick Henry would give his famous “give me liberty or give me death” speech. One tiny spark in the Spring of 1775 poured gasoline on the lead up to the American Revolution.