Americans have been standing for the national anthem since June 14, 1777. On this day, the Continental Congress declared our flag and since this day all American stand during the National Anthem. Standing for the National Anthem is a way for me to honor the veterans who have served my country, to focus on what unites us, and to lead by example for the next generation. I stand for the National Anthem to honor my country. My grandfather was a member of the United States Military, as well as many other Americans, and they had to sacrifice numerous things to ensure the safety of the United States citizens. Fortunately, my grandfather made it home safely to his family, but others, like my great grandfather who was killed in action during World
Doing the National Anthem is a way to show to honor to the U.S, but sitting down or kneeling can be disrespectful. Not standing during the National Anthem isn't a sign of silent protest. According to Document A it says ¨The National Anthem pays respect to the people who have risked their lives, been injured, or died defending the U.S.¨ Another piece of evidence is also in Document A and it says ¨As a general matter, when it comes to the flag, the National Anthem and the meaning that it holds for our men and women that it and those who fought for us.¨ These observations mean demonstrate that if a person doesn't do the National Anthem, it means the person is disrespecting the flag and the country. In summary, the evidence clearly suggests that
For years American citizens have held respect for something important to veterans all over America, known as the Pledge of Allegiance. The pledge of allegiance is a solemn oath of loyalty to the US, declaimed as part of flag-saluting ceremonies. It’s tradition to stand during the allegiance, and place your right hand over your heart. Doing so, shows respect to America, and to the veterans who fought for our freedom. Recently, individuals have been speaking out as to why you shouldn’t be forced to stand during the Pledge of Allegiance.
Most people don’t know how it feels to lose a family member that had done service, my Grandfather had died when I was in Third Grade which was in 2011. He was a veteran of the Cold War. His cause of death was cancer. The doctors said he wasn’t going to survive. The sad part is that he died just basically a week before his 70th birthday.
One of the things that stand out in in Anthem is the little amount of freedoms they have. The society has been completely turned on its head every little thing they do in life is dictated and controlled down to who they can like. They aren't even allowed to be taller or different looking from their brothers. One of the freedoms missing that stands out to me is the freedom of speech. For people here in America, the freedom of speech is something we all take for granted and don't think about all that often. We know it's one of our rights and we know that some other countries don’t have it, but we don't tend to stop and think about what it would be like if we had that taken away. That is something that everyone needs to think about from time to time.
It is important to stand together as a Nation in time of political and economic trouble. Standing and saying the “Pledge of Allegiance” offers unity by showing respect for the Flag and what it stands for. Acknowledging the flag is a form of respect for the men and women that have died defending it. From the Revolutionary War to the War in Iraq, Soldiers have fought and died for this country, giving us “liberty and justice for all” as stated in the Pledge. This allows people in this country the right to individual freedom and express their own ideas and beliefs, unlike many countries around the
My grandfather is one of the veterans he fought in the vietnam war. He helped me and my generation be free and have so many of the rights I have today. The freedoms we have today we did not have years we
Americans have been standing for the National Anthem since 1891. This tradition started in the military, before The Star Spangled Banner became the National Anthem. Players in the NFL weren’t always required to stand on the sideline for the Anthem; it became a regular occurrence for players and teams to stand in 2009. Recently, many teams and players in the NFL have disrespected the flag and the unity within the country that is portrayed in the song. They do this by kneeling, sitting, and not coming out of the locker room during the playing of the National Anthem. All American citizens should always stand for the National Anthem, in respect for the flag and for the men and women who fought for the freedom we have.
The national anthem has been a large part of sport culture since its first playing May 15, 1862. The respect by millions of professional athletes honoring the Soldiers that have protected this country for so long is a cherished part of the game. With the large uproar around kneeling and sitting during the national anthem, I have taken it upon my self to compare and contrast the thoughts taken upon two different news sources.
I am proud to say that both my grandma and grandpa served in the military. The experiences that they have had are invaluable to learn about. Their stories keep the service they have done alive and helps to enrich others about what serving the country is like. They do not glout about their service, but are humbled to have been able to make a contribution to the nation’s security. If not for my grandpa’s service, I would not be here today as he met my grandma through it. I respect his service and sacrifice for the country of today.
Millions of men and women have died and been severely injured fighting for our country to get one step closer to freedom. George Washington once said, “The willingness with which our young people are likely to serve in any war, no matter how justified, shall be directly proportional to how they perceive the veterans of earlier wars were treated and appreciated by their nation.” This quote couldn’t be more accurate. They men and women that have served this country are braver than anyone I know and they do get the respect they deserve.
My grandfather was serving in the U.S. Army during world war two. He was never in battle yet he still believed it was truly horrible. But he was one of the lucky ones. Others stared death in the face through out long horrendous battles. It makes me think whether they deserve that right.When I see Americans who don't respect our veterans, it makes me question if they are truly an
I enjoyed reading your post. Prior to reading this week’s forum I didn’t realize just how difficult it was to pass an admendment to the Constitution. That’s a good thing because if many were passed it would be hard to keep them all straight. Each new administration would pass amendments following their agenda and the next would repeal them, like what is currently being debated, The Affordable Care Act.
Millions of men and women have served in the armed forces before me and millions more will serve after. Some have paid the ultimate sacrifice; some lost and captured, others received wounds, physically and or emotionally, and that time
The National Anthem of the United States has always been respected by the American people. Standing during the National Anthem is done to show respect to the United States and to the servicemen and women who have fought for the people's freedom. There is controversy today in the National Football League with players kneeling during the National Anthem in protest. It is disrespectful to kneel for the National Anthem because it honors our soldiers, discriminates our society with racism, and makes our society look bad.
As americans the national anthem is very significant to us because it holds a lot of honor and pays respect to those who fight for our country’s protection.Just a little background history the national anthem started on August 24th 1815 at the battle of Bladensburg. Beginning in sports in 1916 when president Woodrow Wilson,ordered that the star spangled banner be played at military and other appropriate occasions.In tradition before every baseball game at the beginning of world war 2.The most important features of the anthem is that it speaks on good ole american history,and its value is extremely important because it is supposed to give americans hope and reassurance.Knowing that we are safe and that when harm comes to us the military will defend our country and we are up for the challenge.Many people don’t know the idea of the anthem but I personally feel that the anthem’s purpose is the be able to show that we are stronger than anything that comes our way.Now back to sports the national anthem is famously played before any game takes place and we as americans are taught to stand,take off our hats,and put our hands over our hearts. But when Nfl player Colin Kaepernick decided to remain seated during the presentation of our nation's colors he received all kinds of flack for it.In his defense Kaepernick said he didn’t stand because he refuses to support a country who supports racism.Now this has become a huge problem because it seems like we americans have taken