American Patriotism in Prose and Verse, 1775-1918 (Classic Reprint)

Excerpt from American Patriotism in Prose and Verse, 1775-1918

The. Specific object of this volume 1s to help to American ize the youth of this country, Whether of native or of foreign birth. One Of the best uses Of our schools is to bring about an unshakable mental and moral attachment of the American people to the aspirations and ideals of America. The child Is the future adult citizen. Educa tion is the living spring of his character. The ideals of the nation are to be developed in the child, because only thus do they become 'of any real value to him, and through him tothe nation. One main purpose of our Schools is to sow the seeds Of national inspiration and aspiration. If democracy is to endure, democratic ideals must be woven into the very texture Of'the thoughts, the feelings, and the life of the individual: for character is destiny.

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