Delivered on July 4th, 1859, Thomas M. Hanckel's "Government, And The Right Of Revolution" is a powerful oration reflecting on the principles underlying American governance and the justification for revolutionary action. Addressed to the '76 Association and the Cincinnati Society, this speech provides valuable insight into mid-19th-century perspectives on the legacy of the American Revolution. Hanckel explores themes of civic duty, the responsibilities of government, and the circumstances under which revolution becomes a moral imperative. This historical document offers a compelling look at the enduring relevance of America's founding ideals in a nation grappling with issues of its own time. 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 was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. 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. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. 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.