arming sword was the standard issue in the military. Knight’s commonly used them until technological changes led to the longswords popularity. The arming sword was overall a light, versatile weapon. It was capable of both cutting and thrusting in combat; and usually has excellent balance. Although many sword designs fall under the arming sword, they are more commonly referred to as single handed double edged swords. Most blades made by smiths between the 12th-14th centuries seem to vary…
Women in Combat Odierno states, “If you can meet the standards we’ve established, then you should be able to perform in that position, and that’s where we are headed.” In other words, Odierno asserts that even though you are a woman and want to go into combat forces, if you can meet the standards that have been established you are more than likely able to get into the combat position you’d like. Despite the fact that women should stay at home and fulfill their family needs, women have the right…
given the right to posses the roles in combat and they worked very hard to do so. Some people have different veiws, and they think that women should not be trusted with America’s lives in their hands. Regardless of the numerous arguments, women should continue to posses combat roles in the military. Many people do not think that women should aquire roles in combat. They believe that our military’s standards have been lowered since allowing them roles in combat.…
In the article “No Guts, No Glory”, Molly M. Ginty writes about fairness and equality of the sexes in the military. My essay will be about equality in the society that is protected by those that serve in our military. The question being “do you believe in equal rights for men and women in the work place?” My answer to that is a resounding “Yes!” Sixty years ago (roughly) women organized and came together burning bra in hand claiming “Enough!” The women’s rights movement was started. Equality…
Introduction: Selecting a pair of hunting boots is totally on the hunter and his needs. For serious hunters, who climb deep mountains, spend hours in the jungle and travel to colder regions in search of animals, choosing the right hunting boot is always essential. You will not only need the best quality hunting boot, but you will also need a pair of comfortable and lightweight boots too. Unlike any other shoe or boot you choose for yourself, these boots should be wisely selected. If you have…
confront its history. A notable example of this challenge is Germany after the events of World War II and the Holocaust. For German society, the current prevailing attitude is that a nation can only truly reckon with the past if they understand it. Das Boot is the perfect cultural representation of the idea that the only way Germany will be able to look to the future is through acknowledgement and realistic portrayal of the past. The modern confrontation with Germany’s Nazi past, like many…
In the epic, Beowulf, by Seamus Heaney, the main character, Beowulf, is seen as a great hero to all. This is false. Beowulf is not a hero, he is just a glory driven warrior that does not care about others. He, as a king, should not risk his life to fight the dragon and leave his people to fend for themselves against the other societies looking for more power. If Beowulf is a true hero he would do what is best for his people, not what is best for his ego. Also as he takes his last breathes he is…
Chivalry An Analysis of three main traits of Chivalry Knights have been around for hundreds of years, and many people recognize knights from medieval stories such as King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. Although many may view a knight as being someone who wears heavy metal armor, and fights in wars is mistaken. Sure, knights do wear heavy armor and fight in wars, but knights also follow a common code. This common code is chivalry. Chivalry is a code which knights are courteous,…
In the book For Cause & Comrades: Why Men Fought In The Civil War by James McPherson there were many important motivations, along with differences and similarities in motivation between Union and Confederate soldiers. McPherson wrote this book in order to figure out “What made these men do it? What motivated them to advance into that wall of fire? What caused them to go forward despite the high odds against coming out safely?” (McPherson, 3). He read through “at least 25,000 personal letters…
Beowulf We all know that actions speak louder than words, but when do words speak louder than the actions that you have done. In the epic poem, Beowulf, we have a great Geat warrior who is best known for being the strongest and the best fighter in his land. Beowulf has fought many demons and monsters and always seems to have fate on his side. With all that being said, Beowulf seems like a great candidate for being a role model to many, especially during the Anglo-Saxon era. However, I think…