Patrick Henry was a man that was an American attorney,planter,and politician. He was also a orator for the Declaration of Independence, and a Founding Father. He did many things in his lifetime that went down in history from leading the Opposition to the Stamp Act to giving one of the best American speeches in the History of America. That speech was the “Give me Liberty…or give me Death!” speech. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cjwonvar-3g)…
Alex Bowker Ms. Rapp 18 December 2015 English/P6 Alex Bowker Ms. Rapp 18 December 2015 English/P6 I. Introduction Martin Luther King Junior, the greatest influence of the Civil Rights Movement was just a preacher at the local Ebenezer Baptist Church. He was so special that he has a whole day on January 18th. He gained a lot of rights for blacks living in America.…
Joseph McCarthy and Margaret Chase Smith were both Republican Senators that had strong opinions about communism. Even though they were both anti-communism, their opinions on communism in the USA were completely opposite of one another. In Senator McCarthy’s Lincoln Day speech to the Republican Women’s Club of Wheeling, West Virginia, he talked about how he thought his fellow senators needed to realize that communism is a quickly rising issue, while Senator Smith refutes McCarthy in her “Declaration of Conscience” speech by writing about how she felt that her fellow Republicans were shaming and labeling anyone that was a little bit different or spoke their mind. McCarthy begins his speech by mentioning Abraham Lincoln and how he yearned for…
Introduction: Hook:A Tall monument,it’s shadow stretching over a large city reaching the sky limits everyone looking in awe as the sun sets behind it. Transition: Although the monument has stood in exact same spot for years it still interests people that walk by or visit to see the view. Thesis Statement:This presentation will be over why it's important,why it represents george washington,and who built it.…
Starting off I would like to say thank you it is an honor being able to apply for National Honor Society. Being apart of the Student Council currently and know what it is like to be held up to such high standards. I feel that National Honor Society is the right group to be involved with I appreciate all of you for taking the time out of your day to help others like me succeed. Leadership Some of my leadership activities include; Student Council, a Teacher’s Aid, and a VIP at my job site, I think that I would be eligible for a place on the National Honor Society.…
I grew up in Denver, Colorado and ever since I could remember everyone around me made a big deal about Juneteenth. I never heard of Juneteenth before I moved to Colorado. In Colorado, it is so big that their is one entire week dedicated to it. It is almost considered like a holiday. Juneteenth is also known as Freedom Day.…
Hello everyone I would like to welcome you to Logan’s service. I am Carol I am Logan’s younger sister and I am proud of what legacy Logan will be carrying on. Logan was someone who could make you smile no matter what the of day you were having whether it was a bad day or the best day of your life he never failed to make you smile. When Logan would be having a bad day he wouldn’t show it even if you knew him so well he would never so it because he always wanted to have a positive outlook on his life and on your life.…
The freedom citizens in the United States is what sets the country apart from many others. This freedom, however, did not come easily. Many U.S. citizens were more than willing to risk their lives for the future of the country. But was all of that sacrifice truly worth it if the only citizens that gained freedom were white males? The United States eventually, however, reached a point where it would allow all races, gender, etc., equal freedoms.…
On my 12th 1962 General Douglas MacArthur gave his famous speech Duty, Honor, Country. The speech was presented to the graduating cadets of West Point Military academy, during the reception for the Sylvanus Thayer award. This award is given to an outstanding citizen who represents the ideal person motto at west point “duty, honor, country.” As a former graduate of West Point Military Academy he is truly looked upon as an icon of what a good American man should be like. During his acceptance speech he utilizes ethos, pathos and logos to explain to the cadets and instill in them the importance of duty, honor, country during their service to the United States.…
James Kennedy finally returned to Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen tonight. James hasn't been on the show since he was on there with Lala Kent and they got in trouble for cursing way too much. James seemed to have his act together tonight, but he did share some news about Lala that probably won't make her very happy. James Kennedy finally revealed who the boyfriend is that she has been refusing to talk about on the show, but he didn't actually say a name.…
Hello family and friends. We have gathered here today in remembrance of Marilyn. I have been given the honor to remember her as she truly was. She was a bright young and caring girl. She spoke to me of her childhood and her family and friends.…
What It Means To Be An American An American is not only being a citizen in United States, but also, it means being united, patriotic, and welcoming. People in America are diverse, share the same dreams, and share the same voice. In the speech “Address on the Occasion of the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Statue of Liberty” by Franklin Roosevelt, he stated, “The realization that we are all bound together by hope of a common future rather than by reverence for a common past has helped us to build upon this continent a unity unapproached in any similar area or population in the whole world.”…
John F. Kennedy was president from 1961 to 1963, in the height of the Cold War. During his presidency, the Cuban Missile Crisis occurred, which was the closet that the United States and Soviet Union ever came to war. Less than a year after this event, in 1963 President Kennedy gave an impassioned commencement speech at American University. His speech was not filled with inflammatory rhetoric, like calling the Soviet Union an “evil empire” as Ronald Reagan famously would. His speech instead, called for peace, disarmament, and cooperation between the two countries.…
First and formost id like to thank Ms. Denise Rodriguez for this award, you really mean a lot to me and my family. You were alays thier when we needed you the most. If me and my family had a problem you where their to help us find a solution. Many of you know about my situation at home. Four years ago my mother was diagnosed with kidney fauilure when she was preganat with my younger sisiter Miranda.…
Title: Sister’s Wedding Speaker: Fatimah L. Linder Specific Purpose: Maid of Honor Speech Thesis Statement: A best friend is someone you can count on for anything, form helping you out when you need it to keeping your biggest secrets. They’re also considered family to you. Introduction 1. Attention getter:…