Mr. Malm’s introduction to the Diorama embraces the theme; there is a covenant and I am a part of it. The Caption, “One nation under God”, and the representation of Americana as a sweeping view with the “old north church and its steeple pointing towards the heavens captures the message. I especially loved the haunting eyes of the child, representing the rising generation, which seem to be saying "this is what we are doing, what are you going to do?” The faith and love of a child lead us. The family is front and center in this painting expressing the artists testimony about its importance to the covenant and the foundation of society . I am impressed with motion and movement we feel with the Continental volunteer in his hunter’s shirt. Washington specifically asked volunteers wear this unofficial uniform if possible because the sight of an armed American carrying his American long rifle and wearing his hunting frock impressed and terrorized the British giving advantage to the Americans. The more the American looked and acted like he could use his arms the less likely he was to have to use it. We, like this continental soldier, need to be actively moving to make a difference today. 
Saturday, February 14, 2015
Covenant Makers
Mr. Malm’s introduction to the Diorama embraces the theme; there is a covenant and I am a part of it. The Caption, “One nation under God”, and the representation of Americana as a sweeping view with the “old north church and its steeple pointing towards the heavens captures the message. I especially loved the haunting eyes of the child, representing the rising generation, which seem to be saying "this is what we are doing, what are you going to do?” The faith and love of a child lead us. The family is front and center in this painting expressing the artists testimony about its importance to the covenant and the foundation of society . I am impressed with motion and movement we feel with the Continental volunteer in his hunter’s shirt. Washington specifically asked volunteers wear this unofficial uniform if possible because the sight of an armed American carrying his American long rifle and wearing his hunting frock impressed and terrorized the British giving advantage to the Americans. The more the American looked and acted like he could use his arms the less likely he was to have to use it. We, like this continental soldier, need to be actively moving to make a difference today. 
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