The Star-Spangled Banner

all across the United States. One of the major protest that has occurred was Colin Kaepernick’s choice to take a knee during the National Anthem. Kaepernick is a football player for the San Francisco 49ers and first took a knee during “The Star Spangled Banner” on August 26, 2016. His initial reasoning behind his actions was intended to be a form of protest against the recent outbreak of police brutality and racial injustices in the United States. However, as time has come and gone his initial…

“Take A Knee” – Athletic Defiance Janet Weiner Introduction Colin Kaepernick is an American Football player who wanted to peacefully protest police brutality and racism against African American men. During, the national anthem before a game he “took a knee” in protest. Other football players have joined in this protest. Police brutality has become an incredibly polarizing and contentious issue in America. President Trump took the stance that kneeling during the national anthem is…

Clayton Condon Joanna Boylan American Literature 3rd 24 October, 2014 America’s Melodies: An Analyzation of Patriotism in Lyrics Since the creation of the genre in the late seventeenth century, patriotic music has demonstrated the expression of admiration and devotion for one’s country, boosted general morale in times of crisis, and rekindled pride in who we are, and what we represent, as a great nation. (Rhein 1). In an effort to increase nationalistic views, there are several qualities used…

The United States of America: “The Land of the Free and the Home of the Brave,” as noted in Francis Scott Key’s, The Star Spangled Banner. But does America really justify this claim? During the early 19th century, America had seen hope, independence, and freedom. In fact, the “Declaration of Independence” epitomizes all three of these aspects. The “Declaration of Independence” granted the 13 original colonies freedom from Great Britain. So yes, in general, people believe that America justifies…

Over two hundred years ago, Francis Scott Key penned the poem "The Defence on of Fort McHenry," which would become what is known as the United States National Anthem "The Star-Spangled Banner." Throughout the past half a decade, sports has become an active arena for activism over social and political issues. From Muhammad Ali refusing his draft notice for the Vietnam War, John Carlos performing the Black Power salute at the 1968 Olympics, and the Miami Heat wearing "I Can 't Breathe" shirts in…

My Responsibility to America Imagine that you lived in a place where you could be whatever you want to be. The possibilities are absolutely endless. You could say what you need to say; either to stand for what is right or to give your opinion on whatever is important to you. You could do what you need to do. This could be by helping others, building your own home on your own land, fighting for the freedom of your country, and even voting for your nation's leaders. This incredible place is…

C4C Elisha A. Palm 1Lt Kelly Griffith English 111-Project 2 T5A 10 October 2017 Kneeling For Love Or Hate The rising trend of professional players kneeling during the national anthem during sport events is becoming a prominent discussion in the United States. This in response produces many different reactions and conversations expressed over a number of different genres. The significance of this is that the contrasting genres focus on the differing rhetorical appeals. For instance, “NBA…

Taking a Stance on History. Turn on the television or listen to the radio and the topic of conversation is about oppression, police brutality, the American flag and the National Anthem. Facebook, Twitter and other social media outlets are being bombarded in support and disgust for the topics. Media corporations attempt to segregate us once more instead of trying to seek an understanding that will provide mutual benefit, and positive productive discussions on the issues. Regardless of where one…

The playing of the National Anthem is over a century long tradition, that takes place prior to sporting events. In the United States, it is commonly expected of members in the audience to stand and remove their hats. Colin Kaepernick, second string quarterback for the San Francisco 49ers, decided to break the tradition of standing during the singing of the national anthem during their first three preseason games, going unnoticed by media until the third. I will begin by explaining how Kaepernick…

Introduction The United States Flag has been the symbol of the free world and the bastion of democracy for centuries. The flag itself is the national symbol that goes by nicknames such as “the Star Spangled Banner”. The American flag is one of the highly recognizable symbols in the world. This is mainly because of the status of the United States as one of the most influential countries in history. The American flag is important because it signifies the independent government, the history, and…