“On what rests the hope of the republic? One country, one language, one flag!”
~ Alexander Henry
“Patriotism consists not in waving the flag, but in striving that our country shall be righteous as well as strong.”
~ James Bryce
“These fallen heroes represent the character of a nation who has a long history of patriotism and honor – and a nation who has fought many battles to keep our country free from threats of terror.”
~ Michael N. Castle
“There’s intense national feeling in America that could be called patriotism.”
~ Michael Ignatieff
“Patriotism was a living fire of unquestioned belief and purpose.”
~ Frank Knox
What It Means To Be AMERICAN
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Altruistic
Brave
Courageous
Defender
Enterprising
Freedom- lovers
Generous
High-minded
Industrious
Justice-seekers
Kind-hearted
Loyal
Merciful
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Noble
Optimistic
Patriotic
Quick-sighted
Resilient
Steadfast
Truth-bearers
Undaunted
Valiant
Workers
eXceptional
Yankee
Zealous
Not wealth, beauty, education, or fame will ever make a nation great. Strong moral character made America great and strong moral character that will keep America great. Today we remember the many Americans who possessed and still do possess that kind of character.
Thank you.