Our Forefathers

ktadmin Posted in Events & Holidays, For Kids, History, OffTopic, Politics, Video，Tags: , , , , ,
18 September 2010
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Thought I would extend the celebration of Constitution Day a bit with this excellent series of videos.  I have seen these type of events and the actors always do such a great job of portraying the thoughts and a personality that are in line with historical writings and evidence.  This is a great introduction to some of America’s greatest men.

Part 1

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Part 2

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Part 3
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Part 4
[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Rushmore_Live__A_Constitution_Day_Celebration__4_of_10_.flv[/zdvideo]
Part 5
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Part 6
[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Rushmore_Live__A_Constitution_Day_Celebration__6_of_10_.flv[/zdvideo]
Part 7
[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Rushmore_Live__A_Constitution_Day_Celebration__7_of_10_.flv[/zdvideo]
Part 8
[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Rushmore_Live__A_Constitution_Day_Celebration__8_of_10_.flv[/zdvideo]
Part 9
[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Rushmore_Live__A_Constitution_Day_Celebration__9_of_10_.flv[/zdvideo]
Part 10
[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Rushmore_Live__A_Constitution_Day_Celebration__10_of_10_.flv[/zdvideo]

Hopefully you have enjoyed this as much as I did, a very well put together program.

Happy Constitution Day!

ktadmin Posted in Events & Holidays, History, Quotes, Video，Tags: , , , ,
17 September 2010
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Today marks the establishment of the U.S. Constitution on September 17, 1787. America’s birth was truly a miracle. The Founders knew their mission had a divine destiny to produce the first free people in the history of the world.  These principles are based on the success of a moral and religious society.  Think about that, when the Founders drafted the Constitution every other nation on the Planet was ruled by a King of sorts!

It is important for all Americans and I’d argue non-Americans to understand the Constitution beyond memorizing the words.  We want civic minded citizens that take their responsibility seriously.  After all you don’t want to look like this when asked about the Constitution!…take a look:

[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/Barney_Fife_and_the_Preamble_to_the_Constitution.flv[/zdvideo]

Some may not realize the whole story of the Constitution, the thoughts, sacrifices and self-less devotion to a higher purpose that helped forge the greatest document ever written.  This little ditty is helpful in getting a better understanding and it is catchy too!

[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/18_Pages_Jimmy_Joe_Lee.flv[/zdvideo]

Rather then expend my own feeble attempt at expressing my understanding and deep seeded loyalty to the Constitution there is one person who always makes a better spokesmen for America…well listen for yourself…

[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/What_Would_John_Wayne_Do_.flv[/zdvideo]

Why should we pay attention to the Constitution?  Because so many men (and women) greater then you or me sacrificed their fortunes, positions and their very lives to secure a better future for their fellow man.

[zdvideo]http://karatetraining.org/weblog/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/GoodPatrickHenry.flv[/zdvideo]

SO think about what the Constitution really means today and throughout the rest of the year.

Here is an additional history references for the kids that I know, especially those who love History: President Fact Sheets.