Eleanor Roosevelt Considered Heroes Essay

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Which hero do you look up to? For most people, it would be celebrities like Tom Cruise or Dwayne the Rock Johnson. These “heroes” aren’t people that we should look up to. Heroes are people who change other people's lives, inspire others to do better, and are good role models for others to follow. These heroes changed lives and maybe even saved lives. Still, when we think about our heroes, we usually think about fictional characters or celebrities like Superman or famous singers. Instead, we should look at history to find who made the huge impact on the world we have today. Some great examples of these heroes are Rosa Parks because she changed millions of lives, and Eleanor Roosevelt because she changed the role of the First Lady forever. Rosa Parks and Eleanor Roosevelt are considered heroes because they changed others' lives. Rosa Parks was an ordinary woman with great courage and …show more content…

According to: The Story Behind the Bus, In 1955, she sat on a seat in a segregated bus in Montgomery, Alabama, and when a white passenger ordered her to get up, she bravely refused. This caused the famous Montgomery bus boycott, which changed millions of lives. Rosa Parks is a symbol of justice and bravery, she has influenced people worldwide and showed that just one small choice can change the world. Eleanor Roosevelt was the First Lady of the United States who had not only influenced the United States politically but also the entire world with her grace. Tang 2: independence, determination, and bravery. According to Eleanor Roosevelt: A Life of Discovery, she took the role of a First Lady from just being a hostess and changed it into a role where First Ladies help, make changes, and inspire others. She fought for others and