A National Hero

Every nation needs a hero. Someone you can count on, someone that can be a role model for you and the country. There are many people that I could consider a National Hero. One in particular would be Odysseus from the Odyssey. I would endorse Odysseus as a National Hero because he is strong, brave, and kind.

First, Odysseus is strong. When he is all alone out in the ocean and Poseiden starts a huge storm, he is strong because he doesn't give up. He holds on the entire homes and refuses to let go. (V,162) This is why I think Odysseus is strong.


Secondly, I believe Odysseus is brave. When he is batteling with the cyclopes, he is brave because he tells the cyclopes a lie about his name. Even though there was a chance that the cyclopes woulnd't believe it, he took the chance anyways. (iX, 212) This is why I believe that Odysseus is brave.


Lastly, Odysseus is kind. Odysseus shows kindness when he tells his men not to join him on his journey. He tells them this because he fears their safety and thinks it would be more beneficial if they were to just stay put where they were. (X, 232) This is why I think that Odysseus is kind.

I would endorse Odysseus as a National Hero because he is strong, brave, and kind. Odysseus is a very important character in the Odyssey. He is very envolved with most events that occur. He also is very significant because he is the maker of most decisions and plans. He is someone you can always count on and trust. This is why I would choose Odysseus as a National Hero.