Sybil Ludington Character Analysis

Historians seem to overlook her story. She helped save a town of Americans, like you and me. The conditions were worse than Paul Revere’s, but his story is well known. How is it you never hear of the bravery of a sixteen year old woman who went farther and in bad weather? Women were forgotten in this era, but now her story has been heard. Sybil Ludington will always be known for her bravery and contribution to the war

“A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way.” John C. Maxwell

Patrick Henry is an important historical leader. A great leader, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, is a person who runs a group, country, or organization, and excels at it. He lived during the Revolutionary War and fought for America’s freedom. Patrick Henry should be viewed as a great leader because he believed in freedom, human rights, and was an important person during early American history (Merriam Webster).

There has been exceptional leaders past and present in the history of the United States. These includes: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Omar Bradley. In my lifetime the one leader that I have grown to admire most is General Retired Colin Powel.

An example of leadership contributing to the outcome of the War of 1812 is Oliver Hazard Perry. He was a commander in the American Navy. In the War of 1812, he lead the American fleet to victory on Lake Erie. Because the Americans had control of Lake Erie, they were in control of the highway of supplies and troops going across the lake.Another example of leadership impacting the outcome of the war of 1812 was William Henry Harrison. One of his roles was an attack on the British and Tecumseh’s confederacy. This attack, lead by Harrison, caused the British forces to retreat. Not only this, but because the British couldn’t get troops could travel across Lake Erie they didn’t have any extra help. Tecumseh and the Miami confederacy stood their ground. Tecumseh is killed in battle. Since Tecumseh’s leadership was the only thing holding the confederacy together it fell apart. Now that the separate Native American tribes were no longer united, their whole war effort fell apart and they became secondary in in minds of those signing the Treaty of

A true leader is someone who people willingly follow and listen to as well as someone who has the ability to influence and motivate others. An outstanding example of a great leader is Jackie Robinson. On April 15, 1947, Jackie Robinson shocked the world and changed not only the history of sports, but changed America. Facing the criticism, ignoring the racial slurs, and following his true passion, Jackie Robinson broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball.

“If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader.”

A good leader will simply just get the job done. A great leader will go beyond the expectations and set the standards for their successors. George Washington placed a high caliber for the title of president of the United States of America. In George Washington, The American Presidents Series: The 1st President, 1789-1797, James McGregor Burns and Susan Dunn explain Washington’s presidency, what he enforced, and what he had to deal with being the first president of a young nation. Having no predecessor, Washington had no one to look up to for the guidelines and had to set up the government from what he thought would work for the new nation. He would be the one establishing the ideals for a president. Burns and Dunn mediocrely exemplify Washington’s

Proceeding the Revolutionary War, the colonists were thought to be underdogs; however, they were a force to be reckoned with. Victory wasn’t easy, but it wasn’t impossible either. The Thirteen colonies had good fortune in the fact that there were many skilled leaders among them. These leaders allowed American armies to learn new military tactics and establish foreign interventions. Despite the disorganization of the union, most colonists came together as one to fight. With the support of the people, many diplomatic opportunities came and choices were made, such as the Olive Branch Petition and forming an alliance with France; moreover, this would have been possible with out the great leadership of our founding father, Benjamin Franklin, and the ideal image of leadership from the honorable George Washington, allowing a movement so great it consecrated a successful revolt against the British reign and formed a whole new nation.

"If your actions inspire others to dream more, learn more, do more and become more, you are a leader." This inspirational quote came from the sixth president of the United States of America named, John Quincy Adams.

There are a number of qualities that quantify good leaderships and good leaders. According to Kouzes and Posner in their book The Leadership Challenge, all successful leaders have (5) practices in common. They “Model the Way”, “Inspire a shared vision”, “Challenge the process”, “enable others to act” and “encourage the heart”(15). Never is there a more important time to have exemplary leadership, than in a time of war. Both the American Civil War and World War II showed what was possible through good leadership. From abolishing slavery and preserving the Union, to fighting tyranny and oppression abroad, both events in American history had a profound impact on all those involved. The impact would most certainly be different if not for the leadership of Colonel Lawrence Chamberlain of the Union Army during the Civil War and General George S. Patton during World War II. Both leaders possessed the 5 practices essential for god leadership, yet both leaders to different approaches to accomplish their goals.

Every leader had to start somewhere; they all had to have a reason to become a great leader. They have developed strong attributes to overcome their struggles and challenges. Great leaders like Harriet Tubman and Emily Murphy, who have had the courage to take action in the world and have had great confidence to achieve their goals. They are among the people, who through centuries have made a difference. Who have fought for their rights and surpassed difficult obstacles in their lives to complete their goals; taking leadership and making a difference in the world as well as overcoming challenges others could not.

Do you believe that problems make you mature? In the book Watson’s Go To Birmingham by Christopher Paul Curtis it is about a black family that goes to Alabama during a critical time

Throughout history, there have been great leaders, some for the good of humanity, and some for the not-so good of humanity. The one element all leaders have in common is in some way, have changed the course of history. The one great leader I have found to be interesting and envision of a great leader is William Bradford, an original passenger on the Mayflower, and the first ever governor elected on what is to become, American Soil.

Leadership is a trait that few people possess, but many are influenced by its powerful qualities. Leadership has been described by most accounts as the ability to unite a group under one common goal or task. This crucial quality is necessary in order to be remembered by many people. It is necessary when people around you need guidance, or a sense of direction. When people need guidance, they look to figures of power or authority, to ultimately lead them in the right direction. Many years later, that person, who had leaded others, will be revered. This reverence, or legacy that they leave behind, will make them a hero. People who possessed great leadership throughout history left a huge legacy behind with them. Ben Franklin, a radical during the 18th century for revolution, was a wealthy man of Pennsylvania who possessed great leadership throughout the course of his life. The stand out quality he possessed, his great knowledge, enabled him to lead great numbers of people in their interests. This quality made him looked up upon as a revolutionary by all of the United States, and people were willing to unite behind Franklin due to his self-made image. Years after Franklin had passed, people still remembered and celebrated his legacy every day in the names of warships, towns, and buildings. Benjamin Franklin was a leading revolutionary all of his life due to his educated background and