For a veteran to be called an American hero they would have to risk their lives this is how they go on the the battlefield and fight for our country. Veterans are loyal by staying committed to fight for their country. They are motivated with the help of us and their supportive family. Veterans understand responsibility to not go back on their commitment to this country I am going to talk about why Veterans are American heros. They risk their lives by going on the battlefield and fight for our…
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Why Our Veterans Are America’s Heroes Have you ever wondered why people always look up to our veterans and why their America's heroes ? If you want the question to be answered then keep reading! If it wasn't for our veterans then we wouldn't have the freedom we have today. Have you ever sang the song ¨And I'm Proud to be an American¨? If you have then you probably felt really good and had a smile on your face if you really are proud to be an American. Ask yourself ¨Why am I proud to be an American…
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For a veteran to be called an American hero they have to be a person who has served in the military. Another way for a veteran to be a hero they have to be someone who has an ideal for the United states. Veterans are heroes because they are dependable, they are problem solvers ,and respectful. Veterans have many characteristics and some make them heroes. Veterans are dependable they are because they do what they are told and will fight for their country. Respectful, veterans are respectful because…
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Veterans are people to be honored. They risk their lives so that American citizens may have their own. Every second out there, means they are the protecting the rights and freedoms of America. Because of them, people live how they want to. Veterans should be honored for the sacrifices they made for us, the life that they must go through afterwards, and because they have done the greatest thing we can do for their country. Veterans have sacrificed many things for the American people. First, they…
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has been a popular topic for years. The Wounded Warrior Project has decided to try and put a halt to cutting benefits to military veterans, especially wounded veterans. The Wounded Veterans' Organization, The United Service Organization, as well as many other organizations, are doing their part in order to support our veterans in the most crucial times of these heroes lives. The main way these organizations are trying to get involved is by trying to collect donations and provide easy way for citizens…
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We must Honor our Veterans. Imagine you are a twenty-one year old man. The oldest of six children, three sisters and two brothers. You live in an isolated area of America. As the first person in your neighborhood with a vehicle, you help all your neighbors when you can, so you give people rides when they need one, and, when you go to town, pick up things your neighbors need. One day, you get a letter in the mail saying you have been drafted to fight in the Korean War. Your family and neighbors don’t…
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Veterans Day, originally called “Armistice Day,” was started on November 11, 1919, to appreciate veterans of World War I. President Wilson proclaimed that all businesses would close at 11 am for two minutes while parades celebrate those who served in the Great War. The number 11 is significant in this holiday because Germany surrendered to the Allies at 11 am on the 11th of November, the 11th month of the year. In 1954, the name of this holiday was changed to Veterans Day and it began praising…
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The Korean War Veterans Memorial The Korean War Veterans Memorial was built to honor the men and women who fought in the “ Forgotten War”. Dedicated in the year 1995, the memorial was a symbol for those who helped defend South Korea from being overtaken by North Korea. North Korea was no small threat to the world; in fact, it was deemed a threat to all democratic nations. The memorial features 19 steel figures, a wall of remembrance, and a granite curb which features all 22 countries that fought…
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post-Civil-War, Japan. The movie depicts two heroes, American veteran, Nathan Algren and Japanese Samurai, Katsumoto. The men's heroic characteristics are very different including motivations, values, and compassion toward others. On the other hand, the two share similar qualities. The distinctions and comparisons between Nathan and Katsumoto mold them into epic heroes from opposite sides of the world. Nathan Algren, the Civil war veteran is a classic American hero in the movie. Nathan is sent to…
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what happens to the heroes in war and combat, who dedicate their lives and honor to protect and save the lives of their nation? Where are they now, he said? A “veteran” will be defined as a person who was activated for federal military service and is not currently serving at the time of death (2020 National Veteran Report). Although many may think that our war veterans are well rewarded for their service, they are wrong. According to the National Coalition for Homeless Veterans, here in the U.S. alone…
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