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| Born on the Fourth of July accurately reflects the Vietnam War era, particularly the struggles faced by veterans and the growing disillusionment with the war. The film captures the physical and emotional toll on soldiers, especially in its portrayal of Ron Kovic’s journey from patriotic enthusiasm to deep frustration with the government and society’s treatment of returning veterans. It also authentically depicts the anti-war movement, highlighting the protests and widespread opposition to U.S. involvement in Vietnam. By exploring themes of patriotism, disillusionment, and the personal cost of war, this film offers a look at a turbulent period in American history. -Sam B | Born on the Fourth of July accurately reflects the Vietnam War era, particularly the struggles faced by veterans and the growing disillusionment with the war. The film captures the physical and emotional toll on soldiers, especially in its portrayal of Ron Kovic’s journey from patriotic enthusiasm to deep frustration with the government and society’s treatment of returning veterans. It also authentically depicts the anti-war movement, highlighting the protests and widespread opposition to U.S. involvement in Vietnam. By exploring themes of patriotism, disillusionment, and the personal cost of war, this film offers a look at a turbulent period in American history. -Sam B |
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| I think that this film can be a great secondary source. it accurately shows the life of Ron Kovic. There's is a lot that this films talks about and gets right.The film captures the emotional and psychological struggles faced by veterans.The film shows the struggle of trying to reintegrating into society. It accurately reflects historical events, illustrating issues such as the anti-war movement, the treatment of veterans, and the political climate of the cold war during the 1960s and 70s. - Jedidia k | I think that this film can be a great secondary source. it accurately shows the life of Ron Kovic. There's is a lot that this films talks about and gets right.The film captures the emotional and psychological struggles faced by veterans.The film shows the struggle of trying to reintegrating into society. It accurately reflects historical events, illustrating issues such as the anti-war movement, the treatment of veterans, and the political climate of the cold war during the 1960s and 70s. - Jedidia k |
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| | Because it depicts the Vietnam War era and its aftermath authentically, *Born on the Fourth of July* is a powerful secondary source. Ron Kovic and other veterans' psychological and emotional challenges, such as PTSD, social rejection, and disenchantment with the government and war, are depicted in the movie. It offers a realistic and vivid portrayal of this tumultuous time in American history by skillfully illustrating the anti-war movement, political unrest, and the disregard for the needs of veterans.-Ryan K |
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| The Vietnam War is not something that is often taught or even talked about. It wasn't considered an actual war, but a conflict, so perhaps it doesn't hold the same weight as other US involvement in wars. Unfortunately, service members involved in Vietnam got shorted in just about every way possible and it still to this day has had a negative impact and effect. It deserves mourning just like any other loss of life and this movie is the first one I have ever seen that actually deals with deep complexities of something so intense. Unfortunately, many veterans are dying off now and their memories and experiences will soon be forgotten, especially because they've always been considered "second rate" and haven't been regarded fairly ever since the war began. This movie exists so that it will serve as a reminder and a look inside what happened and how greatly people suffered. - Jenna | The Vietnam War is not something that is often taught or even talked about. It wasn't considered an actual war, but a conflict, so perhaps it doesn't hold the same weight as other US involvement in wars. Unfortunately, service members involved in Vietnam got shorted in just about every way possible and it still to this day has had a negative impact and effect. It deserves mourning just like any other loss of life and this movie is the first one I have ever seen that actually deals with deep complexities of something so intense. Unfortunately, many veterans are dying off now and their memories and experiences will soon be forgotten, especially because they've always been considered "second rate" and haven't been regarded fairly ever since the war began. This movie exists so that it will serve as a reminder and a look inside what happened and how greatly people suffered. - Jenna |
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| | Because it highlights the underappreciated hardships faced by Vietnam War veterans both during and after their service, the movie *Born on the Fourth of July* is significant. It draws attention to the harsh reality of war, its enduring effects on soldiers' mental health, and the government's inability to adequately care for them or honor their contributions. The movie questions romanticized depictions of American patriotism and serves as a moving reminder of the costs of war and the significance of remembering soldiers by following Ron Kovic's journey from an enthusiastic Marine to a disillusioned anti-war activist. -Ryan K |
