Travis Manion, a Marine Corps officer, was an assignment I was given to study before I went the Marine Corp’s Summer Leadership and Character Development Academy during the summer of my tenth grade year to have background knowledge on before we spoke to his family. Travis Manion gave his life to save his Marines in combat and on American soil, as told by his sister and family, who travels the country to tell his story, Travis Manion always lived by his motto: “If not me, then who…”. When asked by his loved ones who doesn’t he just let someone else go to combat instead of always volunteering to go Manion always told them, “If I don’t go, someone less qualified then me might have to go, or someone younger with less experience will have to go to take my place. …show more content…
Travis Manion’s motto of “If not me, then who…” has not influenced me to go into the United States Navy to serve our country as Travis Manion did, but it has also inspired me to lead a life of initiative. We were sitting in a large auditorium and there were over 250 kids listening to Travis Manion’s sister talk about what they Travis Manion Foundation was about, and how many people they have inspired with his motto. While she was speaking of his acts of courage on the battlefield it felt as if she was speaking directly to me and it opened up my mind to the possibility of me being the service and serving our country like the many others before me; right then and there I knew I was going to commit to being in the service and bring his motto to my school and inspire others with his encouraging and inspiring
Smiley Face Killer When you think of a smiley face you normally don’t associate them with serial killers, but with Keith Hunter Jesperson, you do. Keith Hunter Jesperson was born on April 6, 1955, in British Columbia, Canada. Jesperson was the middle child of 5 with an older sister and brother and a younger sister and brother. Ever since he was a small child Jesperson experienced conflicts, bullying and abuse in his home life and at school. His father would often hit him with a leather belt other than discipline and treated him less than his other siblings.
In 2004, Doug Levitt started a journey that would change his life forever. He traveled on Greyhound buses and met people who were struggling to get by. He was inspired by the people he met and decided to write songs and stories about them. Doug traveled via Greyhound buses for eight years. He also took thousands of pictures.
It was February 25th. It was the day that Sean Marsee took his last breath. Sean Marsee is a teen who had died recklessly because of his smoking. This teen track star was very successful. Sean had won 28 track medals in the 400 meter relay.
Jason Williams was born on October 17, 1986 (currently 31 years old), in Rotterdam, Netherlands. His father, Thomas Williams, is an African American and a practicing Catholic from Brooklyn, New York, and worked as a school teacher. Jason Williams mother, Sandra Williams is a white Catholic from the Netherlands who worked as an English teacher and florist. He is their only child. Jason Williams parents divorced when he was five years old.
Myles Volpe is a 6th grader at Martha Brown Middle School. Myles is in Mr. O’Dell and Mrs. Smith’s class. Myles is a very bright man and plays many different kinds of sports. He is currently playing baseball and basketball. He also likes to play video games on his Play Station 4.
Jalen Moore, born December 28, 2000 in Atlanta, Georgia. Jalen was born in Crawford Long Hospital to Melanie Morrison and Steven Moore. Melanie Morrison, mother of Moore, from Atlanta, Georgia and Steven Moore, father of Moore, from Fort Worth, Texas. These two produced a wonderful, athletic, smart child. Some of the important things to Moore are family, sports and his career.
J\t first viewing of the doetnnentary ·"Gideon·s Army. · you tnay become overwhelmed by the dire situation of the criminal justice systen1 in the South. specifically with regard to the poorer and less educated population. To observe how stressed the public defenders are, how tapped the resources. and how desperate the defendantsyou struggle with the notion that there tnay not be anything that can be done and its too big a problem to overcome.
As conflict arises a nation may enter into a state of destruction and violence, leading to the prominence of admirable leaders characterized by their ingenuity, ideals and admirable attributes. The American Civil War was an imperative and decisive series of battles that lead to the creation of resolutions regarding the conflict over slavery. With the progression of the war, leaders emerged from the Confederate and Union armies, among the most notable are Robert E. Lee, commander of the Confederate army, and Colonel Joshua Chamberlain, colonel in the Union army. The strategic decisions and military positions reflect the personal attributes of these prevalent leaders, thus affirming their dexterity and personal emotions. In The Killer Angels, a novel by Michael Shaara, the paralleling and contrasting attributes of Robert E. Lee and Joshua Chamberlain are asserted as their decisions and personalities influence the outcome of the war.
Reader Response of “On the Rainy River” The short story “On the Rainy River” by Tim O 'Brien explains to the audience that all men are influenced to go into war, and that they should hide the fears and emotions that they may have along the journey. Throughout the short story the author explains his journey and opens up about his emotions when he was sent to war. Being the audience of this short story explains to you what every man must go through if they were to be sent to war.
“Some people live an entire lifetime and wonder if they have ever made a difference in the world, but the Marines don't have that problem.” - President Ronald Reagan, 1983. I think this quote, by Ronald Reagan, not only speaks for marines but for all veterans who have served their people and made sacrifices to protect the rights of those people. I am proud and take great pride to be living in a country protected by such courageous men and women who have served to make a positive difference in our country. When someone risks their own life for the betterment of others, it is a very noble act that requires immense bravery and courage.
Wes Montgomery is an American jazz guitarist, who was born on March 6th 1923. During his career he was extremely influential throughout the jazz community. Unlike many musicians, Montgomery started playing music at the late age of 19. He had no formal training, having to teach himself the craft of guitar.
The praises that you receive shouldn’t be based on the mere fact that you join but maybe for those who actually wants to serve and protect. In contrast, he says “Make that choice without looking back to see the cheering faces of those who tell you your duty is to do what they are not doing for purposes you may not know nor share” (Gillman 680). None the less, the author let the reader know that these young men and women risk their own lives for purposes which may not be of any value to themselves or the country. As a result, those purposes doesn’t deserve the praises that are
Life of Lee Trevino Lee Trevino is one of the best golfers in the world, especially since he taught himself how to play. Lee once said that "There is no such thing as a natural touch. Touch is something you create by hitting millions of golf balls”. (Brent Kelley About.com)
Same Team, Very Different Lives What do Antoine Walker and LeBron James have in common? They are/were both all-star NBA basketball players (Walker left the league in 2008), both played for the Miami Heat, both won NBA championships with the Heat, and both had earnings of over $100 million. On paper, they could have been twins. Yet, that is where the story takes a sad, critical deviation.
Some people may talk to or seeing someone everyday and they might not even know that the people have social anxiety. Anxiety is the most common mental illness in the U.S.A, its affects 40 million adults in the united states of the age of 18 and older or 18% of the population. Social Anxiety disorders develop from a complex set of risk factors, including genetics and etc. Many people may know the Heisman Trophy-winning running back Ricky Williams (NFL player) but some may not know that he have Social Anxiety.