The image represented here gives the symbolism of freedom in the background as the American Flag and bald eagles ride a cloud in the sky. However, the foreground shows a weapon of war, an F-15 fighter jet. Freedom seems to be tainted in this visual metaphor due to the fact that it is in the background instead of the foreground. The illusion of this image reveals that one cannot have freedom without using weapons to sustain that freedom. The fact that the fighter jet is foremost portrays America as a nation of so-called "Freedom-Fighters." Certainly, Amercia has had its hardships, but is their still a need to classify its patriotism as a form of weaponry?
If the military of America is considered by most people to be the symbol of freedom then so be it. Patriotism and freedom, in my book, should be viewed nuetrally, without war. This illustration is seemingly leaning towards freedom but then redirects its focus on taking military action in hopes of making a statement in behalf of patriotism and freedom. In other words, one does not have to look very far to consider their stance in society. Still, from a different point of view, flying a fighter jet may provide the sensation of being free in the air among the cloulds. However, it may not necessarily provide the same sensations as patriotism and freedom.
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