"Everything has tended to regenerate; new-laws, new mode of living, new social system" (J. Hector, Pg 32). America has faced many impacts that have changed our ways of life and everyday objects we use, for the better. What is an American by J. Hector, Veterans Day: Never forget their duty by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, and the Statue of Liberty Speech by Franklin D. Roosevelt are all important examples of the similar and different goals/examples of what Americans truly are. The short stories here are all different, just like Americans, but all mean the same thing and share the same ideas. In Veterans Day: Never Forget their Duty, John McCain talks about his imprisonment as a POW in Vietnam and how it was a very harsh lifestyle with few memories of home. The cells were very small and crowded but he was moved to a bigger cell at one point and McCain said, "This was, as you could imagine, a wonderful change" (John McCain, Pg. 6). Obviously going from a small crowded cell to a bigger cell with …show more content…
Franklin Roosevelt's Statue of Liberty speech he says, "Realization that we are all bound together by hope of a common future" (Roosevelt Pg. 10). Americans have one strong aspect that many countries do not, they have high patriotism and pride. Americans can come together to form the strongest bonds of friendship and courage. After an event such as a terrorist attack, American has faced two important moments, shock, then pride. That pride from an event is the American people coming together and rising up, putting all differences aside. "We take satisfaction in the thought that those who have left their native land to join we may still retain here their affection for some things left behind" (Roosevelt Pg. 10). American was founded on immigration and having things for the immigrants to remember what they left behind to form their new life is important to them and the spirit of
“Tora! Tora! Tora!” – These are the code words which were transmitted by Mitsuo Fuchida to the Japanese fleet signaling that the U.S. Pacific Fleet had been caught by surprise at Pearl Harbour. The attack, which occurred in the early morning of December 7th, 1941, resulted in the United States abandoning its policy of isolationism and entering the war. The U.S. officially declared a state of war between the Japanese Empire and the United States on December 8th, but for those who were at Pearl Harbour, like Thomas Mahoney, the war began on that morning at 8AM (Dunnahoo 5). Mahoney was born in New Jersey and enlisted at the age of 18 in 1940 to the United States Navy along with his brother, Harold. He was eventually stationed aboard the U.S.S. Curtiss at Pearl Harbour as an electrician’s mate when the surprise attack by the Japanese occurred, and went on to serve on board the U.S.S. O’Bannon, the most decorated U.S. Destroyer of World War Two, and where he would see most major actions in the Pacific Theatre including, but not limited to, the Guadalcanal Campaign, the Battle of Leyte Gulf, and the Recapture of Corregidor.
When there is talk of violence, let us stand up against it.In the face of death, let us honor life… Let us not be overcome by evil, but overcome evil with good” (Clinton). Through wording such as “let us teach our children...”, and “when there is talk of...: let us”, Clinton spoke to the American People as if they were together in their pain. Having established common ground between Americans and the citizens of Oklahoma City through parallelism, Clinton took his approach a step further by personally establishing himself as a neighbor of the citizens of Oklahoma City. He established himself as a neighbor, providing support to the people of Oklahoma. Clinton appealed to many Americans through patriotism, in which he shows America is united in support. One such example was the start of Clinton’s speech, where he thanked everyone gathered as “our fellow Americans” (Clinton).
The attack on Pearl Harbor, on December 7th, 1941, was and still is an event that will forever be deep-rooted in the minds of every American. After the tragic surprise attack on American soil by the Japanese, Americans throughout the country were looking for a sense of unity. The President at the time, Franklin Delano Roosevelt, recited a moving and powerful speech the day after the attack. Although the speech was specifically targeted at the Members of Congress in an effort to persuade the declaration of war with Japan, the speech was also written to be televised to the entire country. When the attack comes to mind, the powerful speech that mustered the nation together slowly follows.
This quote strikes at the hearts of Americans filling them with a sense of pride and determination. President Roosevelt makes it clear that no matter what other nations will do to the United States, the American people will be filled with resilience and rebound to make the nation as great and powerful as it ever was. When the President speaks about the attacks on Pearl Harbor, his tone creates a feeling of anger. The feeling of anger is created when he states that the Japanese launched this attack with no warning. The Empire of Japan had its ambassador and a colleague meeting with the Secretary of State to give them a message that they didn't want to continue to negotiate with the United States.
Standing up, united as one soul, helping one another will make our freedoms validated; it only takes action to conquer. .
Americans are defined by the respect they have for their country and its government, in taking advantage of their freedoms and rights that they gain by showing respect through allegiance, pride, and loyalty.
He constantly pulls on the heartstrings of the audience by persuading them to choose a truce and freedom over violence. When listeners heard the tranquil life they could live if they followed the points, many of them eagerly agreed with Wilson. When he explained why he entered the war, he said that war “touched us to the quick” (Wilson) because the United States simply could not move on without joining in and correcting the issue. This use of language appeals to the emotions by showing America’s sensitivity and passion towards righteousness. Later, he continues to establish his nation’s morals by declaring “We stand together until the end” (Wilson). Woodrow Wilson makes the unity of his country very clear, likely inspiring others who yearn for similar connections. Also, he uses the word “we” (Wilson) instead of only referring to himself to show that this was a decision made by his whole country. He ends the speech by explaining the commitment of his people, announcing that “they are ready to devote their lives, their honor, and everything that they possess” (Wilson). American citizens are so committed to what they believe in, that they are willing to risk it all just to stand up for what they believe is right. All of these statements appeal to feelings because it is moving to hear how the citizens of the United States put their lives on the line in an attempt to achieve a state of peace for every country involved in the
This was a very emotional event that occurred. Many people lost loved ones they cared about in the terrorist attack. For many Americans knowing that terrorist groups could attack U.S. soil scared a lot of people. Before, President Bush first addressed the nation on this terrible event many people had lost hope. When writing his speech, it was easy for him to relate to what happened. President Bush didn’t have to create an emotional response; he was already feeling the pain and was speaking from his heart during his speech.When President Bush gave his speech to the nation, it helped people realize that Americans are still strong and we will continue to fight for our country. He stated in his speech “Terrorist attacks can shake the foundations of our biggest buildings, but they cannot touch the foundation of America.” (George Bush) By President Bush stating this in his speech it showed that they can try to scare us, but they can’t change the way we do things in
British Prime Minister, Tony Blair, says in his speech, following September 11, 2001, points out the terrorists attacks on the twin towers. Blair’s purpose is to have unity between the citizens to ensure that the United States does not fall apart. Blair’s speech was effective in persuading American citizens to stick together because of the crisis in the world, effects of September 11, 2001, and the fight for stability by using pathos, colloquialism, and connotation.
They use medication and alcohol for sleeping because they obsess that enemies are coming, they need more consciousness to fight back.
Veterans day means a day for us to thank the ones who have served in the military and war. Sacrificing every moment of their lives to defend our country. The Veterans have a significant importance everywhere. Whatever the reason is for them serving our country we should appreciate them for all their work. Veterans day was created because World War I ended . Fighting and wars did not end and are still going on and there are still Veterans out here today. Veterans day is a day to celebrate ones who were in war. Not to be confused with Memorial day , memorial day is when we celebrate the ones who died serving. People today in our society don’t take in consider the ones protecting us every single day. Who do you think fights for us and our country.
These acts shatter steel, but they cannot dent the steel of American resolve.” George Bush was president at the time when the 9/11 attack happened. George Bush wrote this quote for the thousands of lives that were hugely affected. To the kids worried about their parents while they are in school, to the worried husbands and wives, and brothers and sisters. The 9/11 attack did not only change the lives of people who lost a loved one, and the people who were there where the planes hit, but also people who just saw what was happening and people who heard about it, cried. The increase and patriotism and the rise in security will make people feel more secure and protected but it will never change the the amount of people affected by 9/11. Millions of people around the world know about what happened on September 11th, 2001. Millions of people will be changed
Americans. To those families and especially my parents I thank you for understanding and standing with us. This day belongs to you as well.
Veterans suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder need to receive better care, because post traumatic stress disorder is curable, damages relationships, and veterans made many dramatic sacrifices. The health care for veterans needs to be more easily accessible.
Veterans’ Day is celebrated in honor of the men and women who laid their lives in war to uphold freedom for their nation. It was initially called Armistice Day, which marked the end of World War I on November 11, 1918. The war ended on the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month of