This year on my 15th birthday, I was given a ring by my aunt. It is a thin, plain, gold band. It is, dented, dull and by today’s standards not very flashy but it has sentimental value. The importance of the ring is the story behind it and what it symbolizes: my great grandfather went through years of struggle and sacrifice to purchase a wedding ring for his wife, my great grandmother. Even though they were both born and raised in Italy, they wedded in America….to pursue a better life. The ring was passed down generation to generation so that our family members could cherish and preserve the story of our roots. Your family may have a special keepsake whether be a locket, or pictures. But as A,ericans there is one family heirloom that we have inherited. Just like this gold ring, the Constitution is the family heirloom of the United States that as citizens we have been entrusted to cherish and maintain! Our heirloom the constitution has been passed down for 227 years from our forefathers. The 39 men that braved the incredible responsibility of creating, with quill pen and parchment, a document that would govern their generation but would also be relevant for many generations to come. Like my band, the paper of the constitution is worn and weathered with time but …show more content…
When you think about the Consitutition or exercise your freedoms it granted you, you may not realize the sacrifices that went into either. When an heirloom is handed down, the next generation is educated on its significance. I want to thank the American Legion,by sponsoring this competition, as it has opened my eyes. I realize the prvilege I have as being an American citizen. But I also realize that I have a duty to my country as well. For these rights, In return I must Respect federal, state and local laws, Respect rights for others, serve on a jury when called upon and support and defend the
It is incredible how just one document can change the future of a country and its people. On the year of 1787 fifty-five delegates attended the constitutional convention to see how they can potentially amend the Articles of Confederation. Although it was their initial idea to amend the articles, instead they ended up creating the Constitution of the United States, which states and grants the rights of the people and the rights that the government has. This is potentially the most essential document that the United States has, because it protects the government from having an extreme amount of power, to the point where they can harm, us, the people.
The U.S. Constitution is one of the most unique documents ever written. For over 228
Not all Americans contribute equally to our society. Some fail to participate, by waiving their right to vote or even evading taxes. Of those who participate, the majority do not undertake an active position by running for office, attending meetings and debates, protesting, or simply writing letters to the officials who represent them. I was one of these people; I didn't believe that my involvement would matter, that one person among over 300 million in the United States could accomplish even the slightest difference. The Tennessee American Legion Boys State showed that I thought wrong. I learned, through positive and negative experiences alike, to value myself appropriately, to be completely selfless, and to value community.
Never before had the world seen something quite like our cherished documents, and when you look around today, numerous other countries have mirrored their government and constitutions upon our own. These documents sparked and fueled the American Revolution, which lead to our political and religious freedoms and laid a path for others to
The United States Constitution is the very foundation that the nation has been built upon, but its birth was not easy. The framers of the Constitution divided over many key issues relating to it and often argued at length over the creation, ratification, and implementation of this imperative document. Since the Constitution came into being it has been the epicenter of Civil Rights reforms, questions of state sovereignty versus national supremacy, and recently it has been looked to for questions about universal healthcare and what may or may not constitute a marriage. Currently the oldest “living” Constitution in the world; interpreting the United States
Throughout history, a ring, whether it was an engagement or wedding ring, has been a representation of ownership, appreciation, and wealth that revolutionized over time. For instance, during the ancient Roman time 's men used the symbol of the ring as having proprietary rights of their wives. However, with the passing of time, it has also taken a deeper significance for both men and women to exhibit their devotion towards each other. In contrast, in today 's society has developed a particular taste towards luxuriousness that has altered the ring to be more about how much importance a person has in social eminence. Therefore, the illustrious denotation of the ring was not kept because again it goes how the past generations created their tradition and value to pass it on to a new breeding of induvial. Therefore, the engagement ring can be considered a symbol of power, love and now it represents prestige that has impacted America 's culture in the past and continued onto our imminent legacy.
Here at Cristaluna USA LLC in Fort Lauderdale, FL, we know jewelry. When it's time to find the perfect gold necklace to pair with a certain outfit, turn to us. We have lengths, styles, and designs that are sure to pair well with any outfit. The first thing to consider when choosing a gold necklace to wear with an outfit, is the length. A longer necklace will give your torso a longer look. A shorter necklace, such as a choker will shorten the look of your torso. However, this is not to say that chokers should be avoided. If you're wearing a strapless dress, a choker can look stunning. Since the dress is strapless, the look won't be choppy and shortened. A v-neck top or dress pairs well with a long necklace. It can fall to the V in the top, or
I’ve heard a lot about you these past couple of weeks; I bet you’re glad to hear that the allure of the anthem hasn’t died out yet… even though you’ve been dead for about 200 years. Time flies right? As a patriot and daughter of two veterans, your eloquent portrayal of the US as a resilient military victor, united under one star spangled banner, has always resonated with me. However, I recently learned about the unsung verses of your piece and thought it was my responsibility to enlighten you on some of the changes that have transpired in the past 173 years.
The Constitution is a written document that was signed and written in 1787. Some people who helped write it was James Madison, George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, Alexander Hamilton, and many more. The document explains the fundamentals of our government. It also defines the responsibilities of a government. The Constitution has 7 articles in it. It is important to our government because it allows American citizens to be apart of a government. It also contains fundamental principles for a strong government. This document is very important for our country to have.
Americans take a lot of things for granted from fresh water to things as simple as shoes, but one of the most important things we take for granted is the United States Constitutions.
There's tons of symbolism in this ring. There are actually two rings that are entwined. The middle ring is a textured design with a small flower while the outer ring with split shaft encompass the flower ring in the middle in a heart. The outer ring is engraved. One shaft of the ring has I Love You while the other shaft reads To the Moon and Back. It's a touching sentiment and a lovely ring. It comes in a range of sizes, but can't be resized. You can have it engraved further with other messages or names if you desire.
As July 4th gets ever closer, this is the time to appreciate our founding fathers and the Constitution they drafted in the early years of the United States. The Constitution is a major document within American history that sits at the very foundation of other legal processes here in the United States. It helps protect relations between states, our legal process, and our basic rights as American citizens. Other legal sources, such as state and local laws do have some similarities, but are mostly vastly different based on their inherent specific nature; these laws are much more specific to a more designated section of the American public, whereas Constitutional laws are meant to transcend border and demographic differences.
My tour theme is 18th Arrondissement “Annual Ring”. Typically, when you are planning to go to Paris, guidebooks or websites tell you that most of the major sites are located in the center of Paris. I am going to Paris in July. I was looking at the website information and was going to visit some major sites. You never know when you can visit there next, so I don’t want to miss the world-famous sites. While I was researching about Paris, I found a beautiful eye-catch building. It was located in 18th arrondissement. I was not sure what it is, but it was love at first sight. No matter what my current plan is now, I am going to visit there. So I changed the entire schedule that I planned previously and decided on the gorgeous building to visit
It was a brisk, late December afternoon in 2016, the last day of a vacation in Washington D.C. with my family. I was walking towards the capitol along the National Mall with no particular destination, watching the stage being built on the capital for the inauguration of Donald Trump. I had campaigned for Hillary Clinton, and I was still digesting the results of the election, feeling anything but pride for the state of our nation. Then I saw a sign for the National Archives and, for some reason, felt drawn to visit. After the short walk to the building and waiting in line, I soon enough found myself facing the United States Constitution. As I read the faded words, “We The People of the United States,” I felt a spark inside. I realized that,
Learning about the historical measures of our country is very important for many reasons. One reason is because they helped our country become the great country it is today. Many documents, or speeches turned into documents, mark major events that helped develop our country. It is during the weaker moments when the strength of our leaders shine. Overlooking the past, there are many different documents spread out along the timeline. Some happened under pressure while others involved time and effort before the final masterpiece was finished. These great documents vary in a wide range but all had a large impact on this country.