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What does it mean?
Describes someone as a genuine national hero.
In plain terms
A real American hero.
What can you take from it?
Patriotism and service matter.

Where it applies

  • tribute
  • memorial
  • speech

Putting it to work

  • honors nationals
  • celebrates service
  • inspires pride

Questions to consider

  • What defines a hero?
  • What does service mean?

Another view

Can oversimplify complex service.

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