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Definition Essay: What Defines A Hero?

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Hero The definition of a hero. A person, typically a man, who is admired or idealized for courage, outstanding achievements, or noble qualities. Another definition is the main male character in a story, play or film. Let’s think about this for a minute. What does the stereotypical hero look like? Chiseled features and some sort of tight costume or uniform. They display qualities such as bravery, immortality, and an undying devotion to the longevity of the human race. Oh, and don’t forget their superhuman powers; speed, strength, mind reading etc. Does a hero always have to demonstrate physical strength? Does he always have to save the human race in a valiant act of pure courage? What truly defines a hero in every sense of the word? I believe acts of perseverance and emotional strength suit this word more accurately. Or, those who save the human race by teaching and encouraging us to save ourselves. Heroes that were defined by their perseverance could be found during WWI. In July of 1918 three nurses were aiding the wounded when an artillery strike ensued on the front lines. Bullets flew and explosions erupted, but they kept their composure. Their small tent was ripped to shreds and overrun with the wounded, but they did not give up. One of …show more content…

I believe that a hero can be anyone. Hero means something different to everyone. People save lives in many ways and often go unrecognized because they do not wear a uniform or a tight colorful costume. The hero is not always the officer in war. Sometimes it’s the nurses or doctors that keep them alive. The hero is not always the government entity who swoops in and saves the women and children from abuse. Sometimes it is their own emotional strength that saves them and makes them heroes. The hero is not always Superman who saves the human race from extinction once again. Sometimes the hero is someone who believes in you and encourages you to be strong and persevere. Even you can be a

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