Stirring wartime orations that unite duty, justice, and moral purpose.
This collection gathers addresses delivered in America during the Great War, offering clear voices on conscience, courage, and the fight for freedom. It frames the war as a test of national integrity and a call to uphold universal ideals in the face of hardship.
From reflections on peace, unity, and the responsibilities of leaders to portraits of how universities and diverse communities contributed to the war effort, the book highlights how wartime choices shaped a broader moral landscape. It includes personal testimony and examples of courage, sacrifice, and service across a wide cross-section of society.
- Clear explanations of why nations chose to stand together for justice and freedom.
- Examples of unity across class, race, and institutions, including universities and communities.
- Accounts of how education and international cooperation shaped responses to war.
- Messages about honoring commitments to duty, and the search for a true peace.
Ideal for readers of history, wartime ethics, and public addresses that seek to explain large, shared aims in trying times.