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William Rodriguez: A Hero

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On September 11, 2001 American Airlines Flight 11 crashed into the North Tower of the World Center. William Rodriguez, a simple janitor, was considered a hero because he had played an important role in the 9/11 incident. He had helped many people evacuate the building for safety. He bravely led the firefighters up the building unlocking the doors, knowing that the building could have collapsed. He kept on going up the building helping people that needed his help, and as a result, he was able to help hundreds of people survive. Heroes don’t have to be super heroes, they are people who take risk and a lot of courage to help others.
A function of a hero is that they are the type of people that are willing to take risks to save and protect other people. They also face challenges and go through ups and downs. They are willing to sacrifice their own personal concerns for a greater good, They are also …show more content…

because he fought for the Civil Rights for black americans. He became the predominant leader in the Civil Rights Movement to end racial segregation and discrimination in America during the 1950s and 1960s.The bus boycott was just one example of many situations where, under King’s influence, the civil rights movement gained attention and respect. He was greatly responsible for the passing of the Civil Rights Act and the Voting Rights Act for the Americans, both in the mid 1960s. Mother Teresa is another example of a hero because she helped a lot of starving people when she went to India.When she was in India she found a group of children and she began to teach them. Mother Teresa opened many more charities such as the “Nirmal Hriday” which brought medical attention for people to die peacefully. She had also opened a home for those suffering from Hansen’s disease and proved all the bandages and food. She helped the poor to be strong and to keep hope. She helped make the world a better place and she is an inspiration to

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