So my historical leader is King Taejong and my second leader is Rosa Parks, I picked King Taejong because I thought since I like the Korean culture why not do a historical Korean king? Kind of makes sense right?. There were a bunch of other options but once I read Taejong's article it really caught my attention because of the article's contents but mostly because of the title it was "King Taejong "The Warrior"". To me the first thing that comes up to mind when I see/hear the word warrior the words passionate, strong, intelligent, self disciplined, well built (mentally and appearance wise). One of the qualities I like about him is his determination, hard work and dedication. When he wants something or has something in mind he works hard to achieve …show more content…
I admire her for her desire and will for freedom each and every one of her quotes are truly inspiring but my favorites would have to be " You must never be fearful about what you are doing when it is right" and "The only tired I was, was tired of giving in" they both talk about never surrendering to your own word people like that really "restore …show more content…
Taejong executed or exiled many of his supporters in order to "strengthen" the royal authority. To limit influence of in-laws ,He also killed all four brothers of his Queen and his son Sejong's in-laws. Taejong was a controversal figure who killed many of his rivals and relatives to gain power and rule effectively to improve the populace's lives. Among his father Taejo's eight sons he definitely appeared to have been the most able leader, His rise to the throne was by bloody fighting with his brothers. However he proved an able monarch, and worked hard to create a strong administrative stucture for the young dynasty during eighteen years on the throne. His troubles however sound similar to a shakespearean drama because he fought his father and brothers for the
Written by Margaret K. Pai, the Dreams of Two Yi-min narrates the story of her Korean American family with the main focus on the life journeys of her father and mother, Do In Kwon and Hee Kyung Lee. Much like the majority of the pre-World War II immigrants, the author’s family is marked and characterized by the common perception of the “typical” Asian immigrant status in the early 20th century: low class, lack of English speaking ability, lack of transferable education and skills, and lack of knowledge on the host society’s mainstream networks and institutions (Zhou and Gatewood 120, Zhou 224). Despite living in a foreign land with countless barriers and lack of capital, Kwon lead his wife and children to assimilate culturally, economically, and structurally through his growing entrepreneurship. Lee, on the other hand, devoted herself not only to her husband’s business but also to the Korean American society. By investing her time in the Korean Methodist Church and the efforts of its associated societies, such as the Methodist Ladies Aid Society and the Youngnam Puin Hoe, Lee made a worthy contribution to the emergence and existence of Hawaii’s Korean American community.
Anthony both portray courage when they speak up for people who don’t have power, even though they are afraid, and even though others disapprove of them. Harriet Tubman risked her life to help free enslaved African-Americans. Susan B. Anthony did the same by seeking women’s equality and improvement in the lives of families when she advocated for temperance. Susan notes how unusual it was for women to not only speak in public, but to challenge the establishment. She says, “…alongside Amelia Bloomer and Antoinette Brown, raising our voices on temperance and the rights of women. We were viewed as curiosity- women who dared speak in public!” Harriet conveys that taking actions to free slaves was dangerous, but she did it because her convictions required her to be true to herself: “I spent most of the night knee deep in a swamp, shivering in the dark until it was time to move my party to the next station.” Harriet had very strong beliefs, and she stood up for them, no matter what it took. A last example is, “I hid at the home until arrangements were made and the party of eleven could be on the move to Canada and freedom. By this time, I was fully committed to serve as a conductor to the Underground Railroad.” This quote shows how she was able to stand up for people who don’t have power when she had courage. In the book Chasing Freedom, Susan and Harriet portray courage by speaking up when it was rare to do so, standing up for people who don’t have power, and doing no matter what it took to follow their
Major changes in political structure, social and economic life define the Sui, Tang, and Song dynasties. Each period laid the foundation for the next, with changes and improvements to create a new order.
Hillary R. Clinton once said that “There cannot be true democracy unless Women’s voices are heard” (conference in Vienna, Austria 1997). That very brilliant quote relates to a very strong woman by the name of Maya Angelou. Angelou is “America’s most visible black female autobiographer and speakers” (scholar Joanne M. Braxton). She is known for her speeches, poems, and books, but what stood out to me the most was her 1993 inauguration speech when Bill Clinton was sworn into the White House. Ironically, in her poem “On the Pulse of Morning” Maya Angelou uses clear rhetoric, prehistoric metaphoric images, and inspirational concepts to alert her audience to treat the world differently.
Our world is filled with many successful leaders. The gift of being a leader can be learned; however some individuals have a natural born talent to be a leader. Each leader has his or her own unique leadership style. The gift of being a leader can be learned. Certain individuals are born with a charismatic style and can easily be a leader. A successful leader is one who can inspire and motivate people towards a goal. Martin Luther King Jr. was an individual with a born gift to lead people. The following paper will discuss how Martin Luther King Jr. was able to inspire and motivate people with his effective leadership style.
In the era of my rule, a king was not someone who simply delivered orders to his “men” while he sat on his throne awaiting confirmation of a victory. Men admired their leader for: outstanding courage, selflessness to his tribe, personal valor, and ability to survive despite the toughest opposition. Heroism and leadership are characteristics that brought my fellow men to abide by my side despite the situation, which in response led me to become such an aspiring leader, and in the end a hero – the demonstration to attain glory through brawls. Traditions, natural laws, and religion are descriptions of my heroism and leadership.
see her work was not in vain. And that the revolution she and other ladies of
Temujin, who later took the name Genghis Khan, came from humble beginnings which helped to form the foundations of the type of leader he became later in life. After his warlord father was killed by a rival tribe, Temujin and his family were exiled to the steppes and into poverty. Temujin’s “personal magnetism and courage and his inclination to rely on trusted friends rather than kinship allowed him to build up a small following and to ally with a more powerful tribal leader” (Strayer, 2009). From an early age, his charismatic form of leadership brought many warriors into his fold, including warriors from defeated enemies, where they were rewarded for their skill and loyalty as opposed to their bloodlines. The warriors were all accountable to one another “by the provision that should one or two members of a unit desert in battle, all were subject to the death penalty” (Strayer, 2009). This system of punishment and rewards helped hold the Empire armies together and contributed to its success.
...nspired to make a change that she knew that nothing could stop her, not even her family. In a way, she seemed to want to prove that she could rise above the rest. She refused to let fear eat at her and inflict in her the weakness that poisoned her family. As a child she was a witness to too much violence and pain and much too often she could feel the hopelessness that many African Americans felt. She was set in her beliefs to make choices freely and help others like herself do so as well.
never be afraid to be who you are is truly inspiring and because she practices what she preaches
Genghis Khan showed early promise of becoming both a leader and a fighter. Through the whole of his childhood upbringing Temujin was exposed to an array of extremely violent, unpredicta...
... she addressed many problems of her time in her writings. She was an inspirational person for the feminism movements. In fact, she awoke women’s awareness about their rights and freedom of choice. She was really a great woman.
Kapitan Ri is saw as trying to show how a certain group of Koreans acted through the history of Korea. The author uses almost a humorous story to prove their point. We have to know the story behind all of the occupations of Korea to understand the point the author is trying to make. Korea at one point was a small country on the rise. Everything seemed to be looking good for the Koreans, but then the Chinese took over. This is where all the mixing of cultures starts. Then Japan eventually just says that it is their land now. All during this time there is much war over the border, and it is almost continuously changing. Then Russia had occupied them, and they had a giant influence on the Koreans. Now the United States has a huge influence over there. The United States has much influence in the South, but in the North
The definition of a leader is a person who influences people to a common purpose. Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr are examples of great leaders who brought about social change through alternative means in the 20th century. Their means were through nonviolent protests of freedom. Gandhi fought for freedom from Great Britain, and King fought for freedom from segregation and equal rights for all Americans.
In the history of the world, there have been many great figures that have left a lasting legacy. These people could be inventors, innovators, leaders, or saviors. Some famous or infamous people that every person should be aware of are people like the Founding Fathers, Adolf Hitler, Alexander Graham Bell, Harriet Tubman, or Alexander the Great. Adolf Hitler left behind the horrifying event, the Holocaust. Alexander Graham Bell invented the telephone. Harriet Tubman saved and freed many slaves. Alexander the Great was arguably the greatest conqueror. However, there is another conqueror that many say is better. He is known as a person who knew nothing other than war and bloodshed. This man is Genghis Khan. Conquering almost all of Asia, Genghis Khan was the most feared man in the ancient world. As the leader of the Mongolian army, he was a fearsome yet kind leader. People on his side loved and respected him. The people who were not, feared him. Genghis Khan’s will to revenge the ones he cherishes, ability to lead the people, and effect on Asia has led to his rise to power and the lasting legend behind his name.