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Poor Man's Philosopher Tells of Changing Heroes
Hal Boyle reflects on heroes and how perceptions shift with age, arguing nations need heroes and that wartime anonymity can define heroism. He recalls personal idols from childhood to WWII era, then lists a steady stream of social visitors and local neighbors in Illinois town life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Dewey
Achilles
Buffalo Bill
Stonewall Jackson
Man-o-War
Jack Dempsey
Babe Ruth
H. L. Mencken
George Bernard Shaw