This Day in History, December 28, 1945
I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Why do we say the pledge? The pledging of the flag has incited controversy for most of the pledge's 120-year history. That stands without question. To say it is patriotic represents loyalty to America. Whether or not a person says the pledge is that person's first amendment right. It is most important to remember, however, for every person who stands against the pledge, there are those who are in favor of the pledge. While one may fight to have something changed or removed, the other has just as much right to keep in intact.
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Pledge of Allegiance Day
The Pledge received official recognition by Congress June 22, 1942 when it was formally included in the U.S. Flag Code. The official name, The Pledge of Allegiance, was formally recognized on December 28,1945.
How much do YOU know about America's Pledge of Allegiance?
The Pledge of Allegiance was written for the 400th anniversary of the discovery of America. Although never copyrighted, the Pledge is recorded to have been originally composed by Francis Bellamy in 1892. Bellamy's intention was creation of a pledge that would be used by the citizens of any country. The Pledge has been modified four times since its composition. One of the changes reflects replacement of "my flag" to "the flag of the United States" thus avoiding confusion among persons foreign born who might have in mind the flag of the country of their birth.
As you watch the video and listen to the words of Red Skelton, keep in mind the year this was produced—1969!
Melancholy Soldier
How much do YOU know about America's Pledge of Allegiance?
The Pledge of Allegiance was written for the 400th anniversary of the discovery of America. Although never copyrighted, the Pledge is recorded to have been originally composed by Francis Bellamy in 1892. Bellamy's intention was creation of a pledge that would be used by the citizens of any country. The Pledge has been modified four times since its composition. One of the changes reflects replacement of "my flag" to "the flag of the United States" thus avoiding confusion among persons foreign born who might have in mind the flag of the country of their birth.
Official versions
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1892
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"I pledge allegiance to my Flag and the republic for
which it stands, one nation indivisible, with liberty and justice for
all."
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1892 to 1922
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"I pledge allegiance to my Flag and to the republic for
which it stands: one nation indivisible, with liberty and justice for
all."
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1923
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"I pledge allegiance to the Flag
of the United States, and to the republic for which
it stands;
one Nation indivisible with liberty and justice for all."
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1924 to 1954
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"I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States
of America,
and to the republic for which it stands;
one Nation indivisible with liberty and
justice for all."
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1954 to Present
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"I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States
of America, and to the republic for which it stands,
one Nation under God,
indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
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As you watch the video and listen to the words of Red Skelton, keep in mind the year this was produced—1969!
Military Connection...
From a speech made by Capt. John S. McCain, US, (Rep) who represents Arizona in the US Senate....the next time you say the Pledge of Allegiance, you must never forget the sacrifice and courage that thousands of Americans have made to build our nation and promote freedom around the world.
You must remember our duty, our honor and our country.
Embrace the Past...
Arguments Englishmen used against the King and his use of taxation and an army would later influence thinking of the American colonists. Within battlefields of their homeland lay the ghosts of their ancestry.
Fields of battle now a lonely place
Bare bloody images and broken bone
Only a few forlorn soldiers left
Anticipate the joy of going home
Lofty winds have blown
Along with hail, show, and rain
But this day all's calm
For in death there is no pain
Once resting in a damp, creepy barn
Or peacefully nestled beneath a hedge
A soldier pays homage to his homeland
Never questioning loyalty or pledge
Now on the eve of departure
He considers those soon left behind
Memories abate lonliness
Succumbing a little peace of mind
In dreams he holds his soul mate's hand
A vision that makes his life complete
Solemnly he ponders life's games
Together they will one day compete
©2013 Awakenings
"On the battlefield, the military pledges to leave no soldier
behind. As a nation, let it be our pledge that when they return home, we leave
no veteran behind." —Dan Lipinski
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