Congressional Gold Medal recipients

Golden; Human Rights     “We Only Ask for Justice” reads a sign designed by protesters of the 1903 march for workers’ rights (Pinkerton Josephson). Mother Jones organized a march to the President in order to fight against the injustice of child labor. Nelson Mandela walked the long road in hopes of finding freedom for all, and Melba Pattillo Beals worked alongside eight others to help integrate Little Rock’s Central High School, strengthening her inner warrior. These three individuals devoted their

Being Realistic is a Dream Killer And Leads to Mediocrity “Being realistic is the most commonly traveled road to mediocrity.” -Will Smith. At least once in our lifetime, we have been told to face reality. That it’s impossible and will never happen. That we are being unrealistic. Unbeknown to the people who have told us such things, is what their narrow mind can’t comprehend. Facing reality is a death sentence for dreams and only ensures mediocrity. Thus, in order to achieve greatness, one must be

Everyone has the control within them to forgive or not to forgive someone. Forgiveness comes down to taking responsibility for the choices we make and doing what we believe is right. By forgiving others, authority of our own lives can be regained by letting go of the conflicting objects from the past and moving into a more significant direction. The world today is full of conflict and people are being hurt every day. Conflict is seen today in politics, between countries, and between your average

Can turning points in a single person's life change a whole society? A turning point can be described as a life-changing event that teaches so much about themselves or the world around them. People who endured a life-changing event can respond positively or negatively. In the autobiography “I Never Had It Made”, by Jackie Robinson, the memoir,” Warriors don't cry”, by Melba Pattillo Beals, and the article, by “ The father of Chinese Aviation”, by Rebecca maskell, each of the individuals faced

Power of Language Throughout history, there have been many political and civic leaders that have been able to influence people with the power of language. There are different ways language can be used to lead, the most common of which is a call to action. This type of speech motivates people to become more or stand for something greater than themselves. One of the most peace driven leaders ever was Mahatma Gandhi. He used language to empower his followers and to escape dangerous situations to provide

1. How do turning points impact a person’s life, family, and country? A turning point can be described as a life-changing event that can have a negative or positive outcome on a person. In the autobiography, “I Never Had It Made”, by Jackie Robinson, the memoir, “Warriors Don’t Cry”, By Melba Pattillo Beals, and the article, “The Father of Chinese Aviation” by Rebecca Maksel each of the individuals faced turning points. Jackie Robinson, Melba Pattillo Beals, and Feng Ru all faced life-changing experiences

Joel Iskowitz is a designer, whose work has been featured on United States currency to Congressional Gold Medals. From his presentation, I gained a new appreciation for the importance of details. Mr. Iskowitz showed the class many of his designs, both the sketches and the final product. Specific works which he displayed were the Congressional Gold Medals for the Women Airforce Service Pilots, the Nisei Soldiers of World War II, the New Frontier, the Monument Men, the First Special Service Force

Central High School. My father’s name was Bruce Alan Grandstaff. He was an NC graduate of 1952. The display is located in the Science Building on the landing between the 1st and 2nd floor. He was the first and only Spokane born and raised recipient of the Medal of Honor in Spokane, Washington. The display serves to educate the educators and our newest generations about my father’s history of heroism, which reflects honor on all those who serve. It also encourages public awareness that the children

The Congressional Medal of Honour The Medal of Honour is the highest military decoration awarded by the United States government. It is given to a member of the United States armed forces who distinguishes himself "conspicuously by gallantry and intrepidity at the risk of his life above and beyond the call of duty while engaged in an action against an enemy of the United States". Because of the nature of its criteria, the medal is often awarded posthumously. Members of all branches of the U

Rosa Parks got fired from her job and is unable to find work, she moves to Detroit in 1957, where she remained active in the civil rights movement and works as an aid to U.S. Representative John Conyers. Parks is awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, Congress’s highest honor, in 1999 (Rosa Louise Parks 1/1). ` African Americans has been protesting public transportation for years. By the late 1800s, African Americans has boycotted streetcars, and resistance continued into the 1900s.