That is why it is important to honor them on Veterans day. Veterans day is an annual American holiday that honors all military veterans. It is usually observed on November 11, however it may be adjusted if the 11th falls on a weekend. This day is so important to Americans because it is the one day a year dedicated to all veterans who serve our country so faithfully. The veterans keep Unites States Citizens protected every day with great courage and determination, they are most deserved of a special day of remembrance.
It seems it is also this great joy that lets him finally die. His life is complete as he has waited for Odysseus’ return and in that he has fulfilled his duty, he is now free to rest. Not just in death, he has honored Odysseus in his life as well. It was Eumaios that speaks on behalf of this beast. He tells of a time when Argos was trained by his master to be a great hunter of wild goats and other smaller game.
Sadly in the end, he died right beside half of his Regiment, but I’m sure that he also died with pride and dignity. The movie “Glory” taught me that to be a leader, you will have to endure some struggles and make sacrifices; it’s not about you, it’s about your followers and putting them ahead of you. Sometimes this may also involve risks and you may also have to do things that are out of your character. Colonel Shaw had to fight to take care of his Regiment, but he didn’t give up; he stood strong. It was nice to see that with honestly comes respect and with respect comes loyalty.
It is important because it is a place where people can go to honor the men and women who gave their lives for freedom and our way of life. Brigadier General V. D. Connor proposed a project for the United States on October 29, 1919. The proposal was denied. On December 21, 1920 Congressman Hamilton Fish, Jr. of New York introduced a resolution for the return to the United States an unknown soldier killed in France. He was to be buried with ceremony in a tomb to be constructed at the Memorial Amphitheater in Arlington National Cemetery.
Pericles continues, discussing Athenian attitude towards military security, the educational system, the city’s bravery, and its relationship with other nations. His speech can do nothing but make any citizen proud to live in Athens. There is no parallel speech about the War on Terror, but President George W. Bush’s speech from atop the rubble of the World Trade Center may have resonated with some people in a similar way to Pericles’ speech. Pericles’ funeral oration, however, has passed the test of time and remains one of the most inspiring speeches of
I think this poem represent all the people that gave their lives up for us, not only in Ypres but everywhere else, that they will live on forever in our memories. My close uncle, Orlando Muñoz, is a veteran and I am very proud of him. He is an inspiration to my family and I, we love what he does for this country, and in spite of all the hard work and effort it takes, he loves what he does. He is the example of a true American citizen. He has been serving for 18 years from the moment he graduated high school.
All opinions were very different; Aristotle's being more of an open minded approach towards demorcracy (not completely dismissing the idea of it), Pericles' being in total agreement with it, and Plato being sarcastic and exceptionally opposed. In Pericles' "Funeral Oration", he speaks strongly in favor of a democratic nation and talks bout how and why that's important. He specifically mentions that personal freedoms are allowed because of their democratic way of life, but also conveys the point that while the people were free to live for themselves, they chose to live for one another as a whole as well, and all hoped to better the city as a positively functioning society. Throughout the address he praises Athenians, their military, and explains to the people how their system of government was to responsible for their success and that it set them apart from other nations. His belief in Democracy was understandable and is still held in a similar way today by many people.
What is Veterans Day? Veterans Day is held every year on November 11th at Arlington National Cemetery. This ceremony is held to thank and honor everyone who has served in the United States Armed Forces. Also, to remember those who have lost their lives while serving in the Untied States Armed Forces. In November 1919, president Wilson announced November 11 as the first memorial of Armistice Day with the following words: "To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…" Later that same year on October 8th, President Dwight D. Eisenhower announced it Veterans Day, instead of Armistice Day.
I do not feel Pericles exaggerated the Athenian Democracy. He needs to be proud and lead by example for his people to follow him. If he did not show positivity and strength for his nation then others would not follow. Pericles is a proud and powerful leader and his people followed every action he made. Lysistrata expresses her opinion
Dr. King starts off by stating that his speech “will go down as one of the greatest demonstration for freedom in the history of our nation” (King, 383). This contrasts with Lincoln’s Address because Dr.King was very aware of the influence his speech would have on the country. John F Kennedy’s “Inaugural Address” also relates to the irony of President Lincoln’s Address by stating that “We dare not forget that today we are heirs of that first revolution”(Kennedy, 380). Kennedy was saying that we can not forget our past and where we got our ideals of equality and freedom.Lincoln’s Address also sheds light on the value of the events, the fight at hand and the need for unity, which Dr.King and President Kennedy both speak about. When John F. Kennedy was giving his Inaugural Address he was talking about a celebration of freedom while Dr.King was giving an inspirational speech of hope for that justice.