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What principle is described as potentially fatal to any civilized order in the world?
What principle is described as potentially fatal to any civilized order in the world?
- Compassion over conflict
- Unity is strength
- Peaceful negotiation
- Might is right (correct)
What is emphasized as essential for the nations to overcome the conflict?
What is emphasized as essential for the nations to overcome the conflict?
- Economical power
- Unity and resolve (correct)
- Military strength
- Diplomatic efforts
What action does the speaker promise to undertake if the island faces subjugation?
What action does the speaker promise to undertake if the island faces subjugation?
- Seek alliances with other nations
- Negotiate a peace treaty
- Continue the struggle from overseas (correct)
- Surrender to the enemy
What emotion is conveyed towards the message sent to the people?
What emotion is conveyed towards the message sent to the people?
What was a repeated attempt prior to the declaration of conflict?
What was a repeated attempt prior to the declaration of conflict?
In what environments does the speaker pledge to fight if necessary?
In what environments does the speaker pledge to fight if necessary?
What is indicated as a potential outcome if the people remain resolutely faithful to their cause?
What is indicated as a potential outcome if the people remain resolutely faithful to their cause?
What does the speaker suggest may lay ahead in the struggle?
What does the speaker suggest may lay ahead in the struggle?
What does the speaker suggest should happen to those who are unwilling to fight?
What does the speaker suggest should happen to those who are unwilling to fight?
What is the significance of Saint Crispin's day in the speech?
What is the significance of Saint Crispin's day in the speech?
How does the speaker feel about the number of men fighting?
How does the speaker feel about the number of men fighting?
What does the speaker imply will happen to the names of those who fight?
What does the speaker imply will happen to the names of those who fight?
What resolve does the speaker express regarding defense against invasion?
What resolve does the speaker express regarding defense against invasion?
What sentiment does the speaker express towards those who do not fight?
What sentiment does the speaker express towards those who do not fight?
What overarching theme is presented in the speech regarding camaraderie?
What overarching theme is presented in the speech regarding camaraderie?
What does the speaker hope will happen after the battle?
What does the speaker hope will happen after the battle?
Flashcards
Saint Crispin's Day
Saint Crispin's Day
A significant day of battle, remembered for the heroism shown.
Band of Brothers
Band of Brothers
Close-knit group of soldiers who fought together
National Defense
National Defense
Protecting the country's borders from invasion.
Courage
Courage
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National Will
National Will
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War Preparedness
War Preparedness
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Historical Memory
Historical Memory
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Individual Duty
Individual Duty
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British resolve
British resolve
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Global fight against fascism
Global fight against fascism
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Defense of island
Defense of island
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Total war
Total war
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Survival of civilization
Survival of civilization
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Unwavering commitment
Unwavering commitment
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"Might is Right"
"Might is Right"
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British Empire's role
British Empire's role
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Study Notes
Speech on the Defense of Britain
- Â A speech about the defense of Britain against invasion.
- The speaker is confident that Britain will prevail, despite the possibility of hardship and a prolonged struggle.
- The speech calls on the people of Britain to remain united and steadfast.
- The speaker emphasizes the importance of fighting for a civilized world order against the principle of "might makes right".
- The speech asserts that Britain and its empire will continue to fight against tyranny, even if large portions of the country are occupied.
- The British Empire will continue the war effort from across the seas.
- British people are asked to remain calm, unified, and steadfast in the face of the possible difficulties ahead.
- The speaker believes that, with God's help, Britain will succeed.
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