By reflecting on what it means to defend liberty, we are reminded that freedom is sustained not only by those who bear arms but also by those who cultivate wisdom and virtue. From the Roman Republic to the American Founding, history shows that the endurance of liberty depends on courage in action and restraint in judgment. Through this week’s featured resources, we are invited to consider how both strength and understanding, joined by character and conviction, preserve the blessings of liberty for generations to come.