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for May 9, 2017
Flanigan's U.S. History Moment to Remember
Flanigan's U.S. History Moment to Remember
Who's famous speech defending democracy and self-government is this?
[Listen to the soundbite]
President John F. Kennedy gives his famous "Ich bin ein Berliner" speech in front of a crowd of about 1/2 million West Berliners on June 26, 1963 [image: public domain]
In the height of the Cold War, Soviet leader Nikita Khrushchev promised to "eradicate this splinter (West Berlin) from the heart of Europe." So, in the face of this tense Cold War situation, President Kennedy visited West Berlin, which by this time was completed surrounded by communist ruled East Germany and the 'Berlin Wall' was dividing East and West Berlin. JFK gave West Berliners and all those enjoying or seeking freedom and democracy a boost of confidence. He recognized that the defiance and courage of West Berliners reflected the spirit of all people seeking and protecting liberty in the face of expanding communist rule. By stating "Ich bin ein Berliner" ("I am a Berliner"), President Kennedy reinforced that any move by the Soviets to takeover West Berlin meant it was an attack against the United States and that we would defend West Berlin's soil like it was our own.
JFK looking over the Berlin Wall. [image: public domain]
Why does this matter today?
Why does this matter today?
The landscape of Europe, particularly eastern Europe, has changed dramatically since the lines between democracy and communism were drawn after World War II. Fortunately, the spirit of freedom has won out, and now people in eastern Europe are free from their oppressive communist rulers.
There are only 5 communist-ruled countries today. Can you name them?
There are only 5 communist-ruled countries today. Can you name them?
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CONGRATS to 'Robbie' for achieving the top score on last week's challenge. Since we don't know what class 'Robbie' is in, he needs to contact Mr. Flanigan about this prize. If we don't hear from him by Wednesday, then 'LaplanteFlan6' will be declared the winner.
Mr. Flanigan will award your gift cert later this week.
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Flanigan's Moments - Winners archive:
Gracie (Flanigan 2) = top score during week of April 24 - 28 won $10 gift certificate
Zach (Flanigan 2) = top score during week of April 3 - 7 won $10 gift certificate
Neal (Flanigan 7) = top score for the month of March won $25 gift certificate