The Summer Soldier And The Peace Of A Man's War

This emotionally-powerful idea snags the attention of the reader and reiterates the theme that soldiers confront several obstacles. Once more, Alexander communicates, “In practice, November 11 is clouded with ambiguous symbolism, and has become our most awkward holiday.” This quote exposes the uncomfortable situations that a plethora of veterans find themselves in. The very holidays meant to honor these soldiers has suffocated them with the question, “Why come back alive when you could have died a hero?” By explaining the social pressures soldiers face, the author restated her claims of the adversity soldiers find themselves in. While both of these articles use ample pathos, they also use logos to support their claim.

Forthwith is the interview so kindly given by General Arnold. It was my pleasure to sit down and speak with such a brave figure. For those who may not be aware, the General is to assume command of West Point on the morrow. Many a reader is, however, aware that I admire the General and his prowess on the battlefield. As a former resident of New Haven, Connecticut, I am aware of the General’s long-standing Patriotism. Now as a resident of New York, I am happy to know that he will be helping to protect the safety of this province. Indeed, my mind rests easier with the knowledge.

So after all of these cries for action the Americans have come to the conclusion that their so called brethren are, “Enemies in War, in Peace Friends.” The chiasmus conveys perfectly that Jefferson and the colonies are willing to go to war with even their families for the price of freedom. The chiasmus ending Jefferson’s second to last paragraph also further establishes his credibility. It shows that he and his revolutionaries will stand by their “unalienable rights,” no matter the cost. In the final paragraph Jefferson again furthers his credibility when he calls his fellow revolutionaries, “the good People of these Colonies.” This statement in essence means that colonist are not uncivilized monsters who just want to get rid of the king, but are actual good natured people. Jefferson climaxes the last paragraph with the statement, “we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes and our sacred Honor,” a chilling statement that ultimately paints its speaker and his cohorts as heroes willing to risk their whole existence for their

5) He is warning that he knows that the British military is strong but America would fight to the last moment also if you attack your own country men the whole House of Bourbon will be united against you

“The American Crisis” to his soldiers, such as “THESE are the times that try men’s souls. The summer soldier and the sunshine patriot will, in this crisis, shrink away from the service of their country” (Doc D). If George Washington is reading us these excerpts, then he must think it is important to stay loyal to him and to our country. I need to be a real soldier and a real patriot, and re-enlist.

“The committee of five Congressmen stayed several weeks and was helpful in getting more food and clothing to the soldiers” (Powell 149). Valley Forge soldiers were pleased as the Congressmen supported us. We were full of pride when the Congress arrived at Valley Forge to provide us with more supplies and clothing. “These are the times that try men’s souls” (Paine 153). Soldiers are able to test our endurance. I left my home to sacrifice my time into the war. As soon as I got to camp, I looked around and saw that these soldiers looked happy (Powell 149). There could not be any other feeling to describe how joyful I felt when I got to camp. Seeing soldiers waving weapons in the air, soldiers cheering, and smiling was just an amazement to my eyes. Many of us were not well protected by clothing as the winter storm awaits. Valley Forge soldiers had high spirits, willing to fight (Waldo 151). Happy and supported soldiers around camp is causing me to

"When I came into the army I found it in a most wretched condition. The officers had lost all confidence in the general, and the troops all their discipline."

Tonight is our last night in Valley Forge. General Washington says we’re moving out sometime tomorrow. The British had left Philadelphia and there are plans for us to zone in. After being stationed here for six months, I can’t say that I’ll miss it. If the British army had seen us during the first few winter months, they would have assumed that their work was all but done. They would only have to wait until all fourteen-hundred of us all died off or packed up and went home. The winter in Valley Forge was tough; there was a limited amount supplies and illness was common, but General Washington kept us together and Baron von Steuben helped turn us into an army to look out for.

He quickly dressed, grabbed his sword, and ran outside ready for action. Then he finally heard what people were shouting about. The British captured his family. He immediately rushed to the general’s tent, burst in it, hollering, “We must save them!” He saw with shock that the general’s pistol was on him. “Oh, it’s you,” said the general setting down his gun. “Now what’s all this about saving who and doing what?” he said. “My wife! And children!” Matthew gasped trying to catch his breath. “Why? What has happened?” the general inquired. “The redcoats have taken my family captive and I need permission to lead a rescue mission,” stated Major Matthew. “Granted!” barked the general, “Matthew! Get them home.” Matthew smiled and sprinted out of the tent calling to his men to prepare for battle and on the double. Five minutes later his men were in a diamond formation awaiting orders. “Innocent people’s lives are at stake,” roared Matthew, ”As a matter of fact my family’s lives are stake and they are being held hostage by the vile lobster-backs. I would ask you to follow me to save them and I would be forever in any man’s debt if he comes and fights for me. Who is with me!” he shouted. Matthew was surprised that not only all of his men cheered, but that 300 more voices around him also bellowed out. Recovering from his shock he said, “ We

The choice to reenlist would not be easy, but the right choice rarely is. So, though courage is necessary in the midst of warfare, in the heat of battle, and in the chaos of the fight, it is perhaps most needed when times like these are upon us. Only those who can find their courage will be able to reenlist and stay committed to our cause; those who don’t have the ability to accept and control their fear will find themselves returning home. I am still very afraid to stay and fight, but I will choose not to let this fear rule me and would make the necessary choice to

A “Soldier’s Home” by Ernest Hemmingway is an intriguing story about a man by the name of Krebs who enlists in the Marine Corps during his attendance at a Methodist college in Kansas. After serving for two years at the Rhine, he returned with the second division in 1919 but Krebs wasn’t in the same state of mind as before he left. The reason why Krebs was so distraught when he returned home was not because of the fact that no one wanted to listen to his war stories but because him and other soldiers were without any real benefits such as medical, education, extra remuneration, or anything to help him get back into the real world. This reason stated is the reason that Krebs and soldiers alike came home from war with nothing to show for

In Britain's attempt to pay for their war debts, they have implemented many changes such as a form of government that is far more suitable for their society than American colonies. Our sore under representation in Parliament and expectation to pay high taxes, will not result in favorable outcomes. I believe that as Americans we have complete right to independence without the influence of British military or government, nor should we be in charge of paying for British war debts. We, should not be governed under British rule simply under the account that we share a similar language and culture, nor are we in need of military protection on behalf of the British. I, Samuel Adams, along with my men, will do everything in our power to demand justice for American colonists.

I had just received the letters from one of my high-ranking subordinate. It states that the colonists in the new land are angry and upset about the Parliament acts. I King George the Third, am highly appalled over be statements given by the colonists. Those colonists just fought a war against the natives and French that I help fund to protect them from getting Massacred. I am already angry over they’re misguided, Troublesome, thugs that destroyed a boatload of valuable tea. Immediately I would ask my subordinate to find somebody to take charge while I'm gone and set sail for the colonies.

“You don’t really know when you are going to be here,” said the Trooper. “Especially considering the current political climate in the U.S., so the opportunity to make something and take it home with you and have it for a long time, it’s a pretty nice opportunity.”

Power effectively captures their feelings by supplying the reader with an abundance of quotes that contain complaints over the quality and quantity of rations. One in particular complains of, “pickled beef,” which he said could just as easily be dog instead of beef (258). During this siege the once confident Army of Northern Virginia no longer predicted a quick end of the war. The soldiers echoed an uncertainty for when the war would end while expressing a desire for it to be soon. Power depicts a descriptive picture of the life of the soldier by referencing the numerous hardships including extended periods in the trenches as well as long periods without fresh clothes. Many of the soldiers complained of having tattered and worn-down clothing and expressed strong desires for new clothing. Power further captures their desire by noting opinion of the inspector general of the army who believed that “the small rations and inadequate supply of clothing is doubtless promoting desertion among the men” (224).