This collection of speeches by two of the most passionate defenders of liberty and human rights offers a powerful and inspiring message for modern readers. Daniel O'Connell, the great Irish liberator, and Salmon Portland Chase, champion of the abolitionist cause in America, bring their unique perspectives to bear on the question of liberty and slavery, and offer compelling arguments for the abolition of slavery and the defense of human dignity. This book is a timeless reminder of the struggle for freedom and human dignity, and a call to action for all who seek to defend these fundamental values. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.