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    The protection of citizens’ lives, foreign or domestic, is a critical necessity. As a result, the military is the most important organization in a country. In America, for instance, $598 billion is spent each year on the military (“Federal”). Because this is such an expensive, important, and dangerous topic, it is often debated. One of the most common arguments is whether or not America’s military presence is necessary overseas. Due to its foreign benefits, positive domestic effects, and overall

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    Women During World War II

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    commanding officers and only if they proved they were helpful (“Timeline: Women in the U.S. Military”). During World War II, more than 400,000 women served at home and abroad as mechanics, ambulance drivers, pilots, administrators, nurses, and in other non-combat roles ("Timeline: Women in the U.S. Military"). Their success ignited a spark in 1948 for Congress to pass the Women’s Armed Services Integration Act granting women permanent status in the military subject to military authority and regulations and

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    The Legend of Hua Mulan

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    This proves that she has the confidence in herself to fight for her country. Hua Mulan portrays herself as one who can complete any task and one who shows responsibility. Despite this, Disney’s Mulan does not fit into the combat society because of her personality. She does not have as many advantages as Wei Mulan because she is fighting for redemption. Even though she is fighting for a reason, she is able to prove herself by completing the task as well as bringing home a

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    Comparative English Essay Compare the Beowulf poet's presentation of the battles with Grendel and his mother with the Gilgamesh poet's depiction of Gilgamesh' battles with Huwawa and the Bull of Heaven. Fame and glory have been the most admirable characteristics in the middle Ages and even before Christ in the ancient civilizations. The epics of Gilgamesh and Beowulf are stories of heroism and immortality gained through fame. The aim of the main characters, Beowulf and Gilgamesh, is to be a

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    An Example of a 7-8 Minute Speech to Convince A minimum of five references and a visual aid required By Public Speaking Student Military Recruitment in Schools Topic Development Segment: Topic Statement: Military recruiters being allowed to approach students on school property is wrong and unjust. Specific Purpose Statement: I want to convince my audience that military recruitment on school grounds is done in an unfair way. Thesis Statement: Military recruiters are vicious and

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    Prologue Jake Smith- 1100 Hours, August 7th, 2025 / Unknown U.S Military Hideout, Kabul- Afghanistan It had been two years since I unlisted in the military; after seeing 9/11 as a little boy back in New York, I felt obligated that I had to put these terrorist scums to rest. I was born and raised in a patriotic household; so that gave me a sense of encouragement to fight for the country I love. It had been almost a complete year since I saw my family last; which was exchanging gifts at Christmas

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    Surviving The Apocalypse

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    Surviving the Apocalypse An infection has spread and the apocalypse has begun. Society has started to fall apart, laws no longer apply, and zombies have overrun the land. Most of those who have managed to avoid being tainted by the virus thus far will, unfortunately, fail to survive until the end of the apocalypse. Many people are unprepared for the dangers of the devastation and lack the knowledge of what resources are necessary for surviving the apocalypse. This guide will help those seeking survival

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    should be given the opportunity to serve in combat arms positions. Women are currently allowed to serve in combat support positions, such as military intelligence and air support positions, but they are not allowed to serve in positions such as infantry, armor, or field artillery. Many believe that it is time to open these positions to women soldiers and allow them to serve in the front lines of combat. Although women are currently allowed to serve in combat support

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    card, communication equipment, etcetera. Sensitive items are anything that can be used by opposing forces or the enemy to counter attack, weaken forces, and gain information, and so on. People will sometimes get relaxed or forgettable while not in a combat zone or operation area. If this happens it is very dangerous due to the fact that enemies are able to obtain any and possibly all of your sensitive items to gather information or harm you and your unit and

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    Beowulf: A Hero Essay

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    Beowulf: A Hero Beowulf is a hero during the Middle Ages because of his generosity, strength, power, and courage. A hero is one who places himself or herself at great risk while performing acts of courage. Beowulf is a hero that put his life on the line for an entire kingdom. He has heroic and superhuman qualities. He must prove his worthiness of a superior warrior. He is recognized for his strengths and power of protecting his people. Beowulf is faced with three forces to fight, Grendel (a monster)

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