I have no misgivings about, or lack of confidence in the cause in which I am engaged, and my courage does not halt or falter. I
know how strongly American Civilization now leans on the triumph of the Government and how great a debt we owe to those who went before us through the blood and sufferings of the Revolution. And I am willing—perfectly willing—to lay down all my joys in this life, to help maintain this Government, and to pay that debt. Why is this letter an important primary source document?
This excerpt from a letter is a critical primary source, since it was written in the first person and shows the extent to which many patriots during this time were willing to risk their lives for liberty.
