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Title: U.S. President Bill Clinton speaks to the First Infantry Division at a wreath-laying ceremony before departing for D-Day celebrations in Europe
Creator: Clinton, Bill, 1946-
Date: 1994-06-01
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Clinton speaks to the First Infantry Division at a wreath-laying ceremony before departing for D-Day celebrations in Europe.

Title: U.S. President Barack Obama awards posthumously the Medal of Honor to Private First Class Anthony T. Kaho’ohanohano and Private First Class Henry Svehla for conspicuous gallantry in the Korean War
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2011-05-02
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: During a ceremony at the White House, President Barack Obama describes the actions of Medal of Honor recipients Private First Class Anthony T. Kaho’ohanohano, U.S. Army, and Private First Class Henry Svehla, U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry. Both men were killed in action during the Korean War. An unidentified military aide reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medals to family members in turn. U.S. Army Major General Chaplain Douglas L. Carver, delivers...
Show moreDuring a ceremony at the White House, President Barack Obama describes the actions of Medal of Honor recipients Private First Class Anthony T. Kaho’ohanohano, U.S. Army, and Private First Class Henry Svehla, U.S. Army, for conspicuous gallantry. Both men were killed in action during the Korean War. An unidentified military aide reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medals to family members in turn. U.S. Army Major General Chaplain Douglas L. Carver, delivers the invocation and the benediction.
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Title: U.S. President Barack Obama awards posthumously the Medal of Honor to Staff Sergeant Robert J. Miller and speaks on his courageous actions in the Kunar Province of Afghanistan in January 2008
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2010-10-06
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Obama pays tribute to the soldiers of the Special Forces and describes the character and actions of Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Robert J. Miller during a ceremony at the White House. Sergeant Miller receives the award posthumously for his heroic actions in Afghanistan in January 2008. An unidentified speaker reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Sergeant Miller’s family. U.S. Army Major General Chaplain Douglas L....
Show morePresident Obama pays tribute to the soldiers of the Special Forces and describes the character and actions of Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Robert J. Miller during a ceremony at the White House. Sergeant Miller receives the award posthumously for his heroic actions in Afghanistan in January 2008. An unidentified speaker reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Sergeant Miller’s family. U.S. Army Major General Chaplain Douglas L. Carver delivers the invocation and the benediction.
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Title: U.S. President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden praise winners of the 2012 National Association of Police Organizations TOP COPS award
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2012-05-12
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Obama welcomes to the White House the winners of the 2012 National Association of Police Organizations TOP COPS award, for law enforcement officials who have displayed bravery and valor in the line of duty. Obama is introduced by Vice President Joe Biden who also praises the officers for their heroism and multiple contributions to their communities.

Title: U.S. President Barack Obama presents the Medal of Honor to Sergeant Dakota L. Meyer
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2011-09-15
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: During a ceremony at the White House President Barack Obama describes the actions of Medal of Honor winner Dakota L. Meyer, who saved the lives of thirty-six US and Afghan troops in Afghanistan in 2009. Meyer is the first living Marine to receive the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War. An unidentified military aide reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Corporal Meyer. U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Chaplain Margaret Grun Kibben delivers the invocation and...
Show moreDuring a ceremony at the White House President Barack Obama describes the actions of Medal of Honor winner Dakota L. Meyer, who saved the lives of thirty-six US and Afghan troops in Afghanistan in 2009. Meyer is the first living Marine to receive the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War. An unidentified military aide reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Corporal Meyer. U.S. Navy Rear Admiral Chaplain Margaret Grun Kibben delivers the invocation and the benediction.
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Title: U.S. President Barack Obama awards posthumously the Medal of Honor to Chief Master Sergeant Richard L. Etchberger and speaks on his courageous actions on March 11, 1968 in Laos
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2010-09-21
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Barack Obama recounts the actions of Medal of Honor recipient Chief Master Sergeant Richard L. Etchberger, U.S. Air Force, during a ceremony at the White House. Obama explains why Etchberger’s actions on March 11, 1968 in Laos have been classified and unrecognized for over forty years. Chief Etchberger receives the award posthumously. An unidentified speaker reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Chief Etchberger’s family. Air Force Deputy...
Show morePresident Barack Obama recounts the actions of Medal of Honor recipient Chief Master Sergeant Richard L. Etchberger, U.S. Air Force, during a ceremony at the White House. Obama explains why Etchberger’s actions on March 11, 1968 in Laos have been classified and unrecognized for over forty years. Chief Etchberger receives the award posthumously. An unidentified speaker reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Chief Etchberger’s family. Air Force Deputy Chief of Chaplains, Brigadier General David H. Cyr, delivers the invocation and the benediction.
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Title: U.S. President George W. Bush speaks at the 9/11 Heroes Medal of Valor Award Ceremony
Creator: Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-
Date: 2005-09-09
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Bush makes remarks and presents the Medal of Valor to the families of first responders killed on September 11 during the 9/11 Heroes Medal of Valor Award Ceremony.

Title: U.S. Vice President Joe Biden speaks at the Medal of Valor award ceremony
Creator: Biden, Joseph R.
Date: 2010-09-22
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: Laurie Robinson, Assistant U.S Attorney General, opens the Medal of Valor award ceremony, which recognizes public safety officers who have exhibited exceptional courage. Robinson introduces U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder who describes some of the actions of the 14 Public Safety officers being recognized. Holder also introduces Vice President Joseph Biden who speaks about lives saved, comrades lost, and courage in the face of frightening circumstances. Bideon also promises Whitehouse...
Show moreLaurie Robinson, Assistant U.S Attorney General, opens the Medal of Valor award ceremony, which recognizes public safety officers who have exhibited exceptional courage. Robinson introduces U.S. Attorney General Eric Holder who describes some of the actions of the 14 Public Safety officers being recognized. Holder also introduces Vice President Joseph Biden who speaks about lives saved, comrades lost, and courage in the face of frightening circumstances. Bideon also promises Whitehouse support of firefighters and police. Robinson introduces the award recipients.
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Title: Be-British
Creator: Carr, Robert, 1881-1948
Date: 1912
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: Ernest Gray sings, Be-British", a song composed by Lawrence Wright and Paul Pelham and published and recorded within weeks of the sinking of the RMS Titanic. The song features rousing lyrics encouraging listeners to support the relief effort created to help the families of victims of the tragedy. Gray's real name was Robert Carr.

Title: U.S. President Barack Obama speaks on the Independence Day
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2010-07-04
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Barack H. Obama speaks to military families celebrating Independence Day on the South Lawn of the White House. Obama recounts the actions of the founders during the revolution, the principles instilled in the Declaration of Independence, and the ongoing efforts required to live up to those ideals. Obama recognizes several service members in attendance and tells of their heroism.

Title: U.S. President Barack Obama awards Sergeant First Class Leroy Arthur Petry the Medal of Honor for his courageous actions during combat operations against an armed enemy in Paktya, Afghanistan in May, 2008
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2011-07-12
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Barack Obama, during a ceremony at the White House, describes the actions of Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army Sergeant First Class Leroy Arthur Petry during combat operations against an armed enemy in Paktya, Afghanistan in May, 2008. An unidentified speaker reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Sergeant Petry. U.S. Army Chaplain (Brig. Gen.) Donald L. Rutherford delivers the invocation and the benediction.

Title: U.S. President Barack Obama speaks at the memorial service for the victims of the shooting in Tucson, AZ
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2011-01-12
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Barack H. Obama expresses the condolences of the nation during his remarks at the memorial service for the victims of the tragic shooting in Tucson, AZ. Obama eulogizes the deceased, and highlights the life of nine-year-old victim Christina Taylor Green. Obama thanks the heroes who helped save others and challenges Americans to do everything we can to make sure this country lives up to our children's expectations. The service is held at the University of Arizona's McKale Memorial...
Show morePresident Barack H. Obama expresses the condolences of the nation during his remarks at the memorial service for the victims of the tragic shooting in Tucson, AZ. Obama eulogizes the deceased, and highlights the life of nine-year-old victim Christina Taylor Green. Obama thanks the heroes who helped save others and challenges Americans to do everything we can to make sure this country lives up to our children's expectations. The service is held at the University of Arizona's McKale Memorial Center in Tucson.
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Title: U.S. President Barack Obama talks to the press after visiting victims of the shootings in Aurora, CO
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2012-07-22
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Obama speaks to the press about the Aurora, Colorado theater shootings after visiting the victims in the hospital.

Title: U.S. President Barack Obama awards Specialist Leslie H. Sabo, Jr. the Medal of Honor for valor above and beyond the call of duty during the Vietnam War
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2012-05-16
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: During a ceremony at the White House, President Barack Obama describes the actions of Medal of Honor recipient Specialist Leslie H. Sabo, Jr., for valor above and beyond the call of duty. Sabo, a member of the 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, was killed in action on May 10, 1970 in what was later known as the "Mother's Day Ambush" in Se San, Cambodia. An unidentified military aide reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Sabo's widow. U...
Show moreDuring a ceremony at the White House, President Barack Obama describes the actions of Medal of Honor recipient Specialist Leslie H. Sabo, Jr., for valor above and beyond the call of duty. Sabo, a member of the 506th Infantry Regiment, 101st Airborne Division, was killed in action on May 10, 1970 in what was later known as the "Mother's Day Ambush" in Se San, Cambodia. An unidentified military aide reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Sabo's widow. U.S. Army Major General Chaplain Donald L. Rutherford, delivers the invocation and the benediction.
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Title: U.S. President Barack Obama presents the Medal of Honor to Staff Sergeant Salvatore Giunta and speaks on his courageous actions against an armed enemy in the Korengal Valley of Afghanistan in October 2007
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2010-11-16
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Barack Obama describes the actions of Medal of Honor recipient U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Salvatore Giunta in Afghanistan, during a ceremony at the White House. An unidentified speaker reads the official Congressional citation as the President presents the medal to Sergeant Giunta. U.S. Army Major General Chaplain Douglas L. Carver delivers the invocation and the benediction.

Title: U.S. Vice President Joseph Biden hosts the Medal of Valor ceremony with Attorney General Eric Holder at the White House
Creator: Biden, Joseph R.
Date: 2013-02-20
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: Vice President Joseph Biden hosts the Medal of Valor ceremony with Attorney General Eric Holder at the White House. The Medal of Valor is the nation's highest honor awarded to public safety officers and is bestowed on 18 individuals who exhibited exceptional courage, regardless of personal safety, in the attempt to save or protect others from harm. The list of honorees are: Officers Julie Olson, Reeshemah Taylor, Sean Haller, Rafael Rivera, Timothy McClintick, Max McDonald and Douglas Weaver;...
Show moreVice President Joseph Biden hosts the Medal of Valor ceremony with Attorney General Eric Holder at the White House. The Medal of Valor is the nation's highest honor awarded to public safety officers and is bestowed on 18 individuals who exhibited exceptional courage, regardless of personal safety, in the attempt to save or protect others from harm. The list of honorees are: Officers Julie Olson, Reeshemah Taylor, Sean Haller, Rafael Rivera, Timothy McClintick, Max McDonald and Douglas Weaver; Wildlife Officer Michael Neel; Troopers Robert Lombardo and Joshua Miller (posthumously); Firefighters Peter Demontreux, Hope Scott and William Reynolds; Deputy Sheriff Krista McDonald; Deputies Cameron Justus (posthumously) and William Stiltner (posthumously); and Sergeants Karl Lounge Jr. and Thomass Baitinger (posthumously). Deputy Attorney General Mary Lou Leary convenes the ceremony and reads the official citations.
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Title: U.S. President Barack Obama delivers remarks after meeting with Spencer Stone, Alex Skarlatos, and Anthony Sadler, the three Americans who helped subdue a gunman on a packed French train in August
Creator: Obama, Barack
Date: 2015-09-17
Collection: G. Robert Vincent Voice Library Collection
Description: President Barack Obama delivers remarks after meeting with Spencer Stone, Alex Skarlatos, and Anthony Sadler, the three Americans who helped subdue a gunman on a packed French train in August.

Title: Political courage : a test case for the eudaimonism of Aristotelian moral virtue
Creator: Radakovic, Evelyna A.
Date: 2015
Collection: Electronic Theses & Dissertations
Description: "This work examines the subject of Aristotelian moral virtue and its conduciveness to human happiness. I focus on the particular virtue of courage, as I address a series of theoretical challenges to the link between courage and eudaimonia: the problem of the seemingly self-sacrificial character of nobility that requires one to risk one's life for the sake of the city; the apparent tension between the performance of courageous acts and pleasure, the latter of which Aristotle insists is a key...
Show more"This work examines the subject of Aristotelian moral virtue and its conduciveness to human happiness. I focus on the particular virtue of courage, as I address a series of theoretical challenges to the link between courage and eudaimonia: the problem of the seemingly self-sacrificial character of nobility that requires one to risk one's life for the sake of the city; the apparent tension between the performance of courageous acts and pleasure, the latter of which Aristotle insists is a key component of happiness; the ambiguous function of reason within moral virtue, where the former seems to subvert the self-subsistence of moral action; and the Aristotelian presentation of the contemplative life as a potent rival to the happiness that morality--and therefore courage--claims to promote. The dissertation ultimately argues that Aristotelian courage is not only consistent with happiness--with a uniquely human kind of happiness--but it is also necessary for it." -- Abstract.
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