The term “if I should die” was probably a used phrase when the soldiers were writing letters to their loved ones. This poem captures the attitudes of the time of much patriotism. The men were willing to sacrifice themselves for England and dying with happy hearts. The beginning of the war was not as volatile so the view on the war was very calm and collective. The enthusiasm of winning the war and the confidence that it would be over by Christmas was very high.
Although both Birdsong and Regeneration present the horrors of World War 1, the authors also look at the affects of war on relationships. It will be interesting to see how love and sex is nuanced as the relationships experienced during this time have many complications. Both authors portray relationships between men as the most important form of love during the Great War. On the battlefield, love between men is an accepted and desirable occurrence as it means that soldiers have something to fight for and their friendships give them the strength to carry on. In ‘Birdsong’, we see a close bond between Stephen and Weir.
Explain why the Nazi Regime proclaimed “Total War” in February 1943. (12 Marks) One factor behind why the Nazi regime went ahead with total war was because it offered a chance to revive public morale following the defeat at Stalingrad. The public morale down at this point however going to war with allies seemed the perfect opportunity in regaining the trust of people in the regime. Josef Goebbels speech proved to be a great example in uplifting the people’s moods in regards to total war. His powerful speech was influential and enabled the German public to feel more optimistic within the war as well as regime.
The families were happy that Lincoln would set aside a special place for their fallen loved ones. Lincolns address re-addressed war effort and challenged the outcome that favored the Confederate Army. Although an amazing speech during this time the speech sufficient acclaim from the public. The speech was made at a very volatile time in US history. The Gettysburg Address has much significance to The United States of America.
The main purpose of this speech is to inspire his army to continue fighting as this will be their final battle and if they don’t fight they will be killed. One of the main themes in this speech is patriotism; Henry appeals to their English pride in order to motivate them to fight. A few examples are “close up the wall up with our English dead,” here he stirs a sense of patriotism by offering a gory alternative to attacking the breach, “Follow your spirit, and upon this charge, cry “God for Harry, England, and Saint George,” Harry is an alternative to Henry and Saint George is the patron saint of England (this is also a religious allusion). Not only does this invoke patriotism but it also incorporates the rule of three which creates an effective final rhetorical flourish and summarises the purpose of the soldiers and the entire speech is leading up to their purpose which is why it is being delivered – so that they know fighting for their country is why they were born. This is a climax and Henry builds up to it throughout the entire speech; his tone changes at this point and he becomes
I felt this way because both the generals’ men were fighting against the Confederates so they should work together. Once again general Robert Shaw put them together. The movie Glory made me think about the views of both the sides and made me realize that the Civil War was a really important
He had incredible ideas of massive change for world peace and he found the conclusion of “The war to end all wars,” to be the best time to introduce his ideas and attempt to make the world safe for democracy. Wilson’s crusade for making the world safe for democracy led America to support the US’s entrance into the war. It was also seen by many Americans that France and Britain were fighting good fight against evil and America felt that they should be assisting, if not fighting that evil along side France and Britain. The desire to implement his ideas in the world influenced his decision to enter America into the Great War. When the war finally ended, many of his 14 points were rejected because of France and Britain’s need for revenge.
The tribes admire their leaders because of their extraordinary strength and courage. Throughout the poem, there are examples where Beowulf courageously boasted before he goes to fight an opponent. During that Anglo Saxon period, it was acceptable to boast but you have to fulfill your promises to your people. When Beowulf arrived to Hrothgar, he promised that he would kill Grendel. Either Grendel would be killed or Beowulf would die.
Some people saw Dunkirk as a triumph for Britain and its people. Churchill views it as a “miracle of deliverance”. This was written to encourage the British parliament and public to support the war and by encouraging the public that the war was a victory it gives them a hope that if they join the army there will be no consequences of going to war. This source was written just after the evacuation was completed. Churchill was known to be an excellent speaker.
These constant sounds help show the seriousness of this warning. Alliteration helps set the tone of what’s to come in Beowulf’s future. Because the tone is set as serious, that means that Beowulf needs to be careful because not everything that’s good, lasts. As the speech predicted, in the end, Beowulf meets his fate and dies during the battle with the dragon. “From the thoughts of his breast; he embraced the pyres/seething surges; soul left its case/going its way