-John Wayne

The United States of America

John Wayne, in his numerous movie roles, epitomized the "American Spirit". Whether it was his role as an American cowboy, a member of the military, or an average citizen, people around the world understood, when he was seen, what was embodied in the word, "American". He stood tall, he spoke straight, and his honor was above reproach. No other American personage was so readily recognized around the world has he was. He is not just an American Icon; he will always remain an "American Treasure".

Sharon