Reaction Essay to "The Curse of Cowardice" by Samuel Davies Samuel Davies, a noted Presbyterian educator in Virginia, early acquired a reputation as one of the greatest orators in his generation. After Braddock's defeat at the hands of the French and Indians at Fort Dunquesne in 1775, Davies delivered a powerful sermon: "The Curse of Cowardice" on a Christian's duty to defend his country. The fervor of Davies' appeal stimulated such a rush of recruits that …showed first 75 words of 972 total…

…showed last 75 words of 972 total…has taught them how they can run from life's troubles. These people can be changed by our actions, but must be put under direct force or it will not happen. The writer of this document, Samuel Davies had an incredible feel for the emotion of people during the late 18th century, but only dedication to God carried it through. The future success or failure of a document such as this is left in our hands.