A famous speech refers to a well-known public address given by an individual that has gained recognition for its impact, significance, or memorable content.
Related terms
Oratory: Oratory refers to the art of public speaking in an eloquent and persuasive manner.
Rhetoric: Rhetoric involves using language effectively and persuasively to influence or persuade an audience.
Emancipation Proclamation: The Emancipation Proclamation was a famous speech given by President Abraham Lincoln during the American Civil War which declared enslaved people in Confederate states to be freed.