Expository conflict essay
2014 Unit 3: Encountering conflict, Expository Essay by Tristan Parag
Prompt: ‘In times of conflict people can act in extraordinary ways’
Conflict permeates every aspect of our lives, it is inevitable and inescapable. But It is how we choose to conduct ourselves in these times of conflict that define who we are and how we are viewed in society. "Conflict builds character. Crisis defines it.” Those were the words of Senior Master Sergeant Steven V.Thulon, which demonstrates how conflict can change us. When individuals encounter conflict, many find themselves in unfamiliar situations where they must face new challenges and struggles. It is in these moments that we can experience a change, for we may come to a sudden realization, understanding or insight of ourselves. Ordinary people acting out in the face of conflict in an extraordinary way can be seen when placed under extreme pressure in situations involving war, love or threatening situations.
On June 4th 1989 student demonstrations that were supported by local residents took place in Beijing in an attempt to expose the deep splits in the Chinese political leadership. Military generals and politicians with little remorse for these protestors ordered armed riflemen and tanks to enforce martial law in the country’s capital. The military opened fire on those unarmed civilians who tried to block their advance towards Tiananmen Square killing 6000. This event became known as the Tiananmen Square Massacre.
The following morning of the massacre a row of 17 tanks made their way down a wide avenue patrolling the area. An ordinary man with his shopping bags walked out into the avenue and stood directly in the path of the type 59 tanks. The tanks attempted to maneuver around the man but he just moved in front again until the tank stopped and turned of its engines. This man, that no body knew, just like everyone else was angered, frustrated and saddened by the massacre and decided to take action. The ‘Tank Man’ is a
Prompt: ‘In times of conflict people can act in extraordinary ways’
Conflict permeates every aspect of our lives, it is inevitable and inescapable. But It is how we choose to conduct ourselves in these times of conflict that define who we are and how we are viewed in society. "Conflict builds character. Crisis defines it.” Those were the words of Senior Master Sergeant Steven V.Thulon, which demonstrates how conflict can change us. When individuals encounter conflict, many find themselves in unfamiliar situations where they must face new challenges and struggles. It is in these moments that we can experience a change, for we may come to a sudden realization, understanding or insight of ourselves. Ordinary people acting out in the face of conflict in an extraordinary way can be seen when placed under extreme pressure in situations involving war, love or threatening situations.
On June 4th 1989 student demonstrations that were supported by local residents took place in Beijing in an attempt to expose the deep splits in the Chinese political leadership. Military generals and politicians with little remorse for these protestors ordered armed riflemen and tanks to enforce martial law in the country’s capital. The military opened fire on those unarmed civilians who tried to block their advance towards Tiananmen Square killing 6000. This event became known as the Tiananmen Square Massacre.
The following morning of the massacre a row of 17 tanks made their way down a wide avenue patrolling the area. An ordinary man with his shopping bags walked out into the avenue and stood directly in the path of the type 59 tanks. The tanks attempted to maneuver around the man but he just moved in front again until the tank stopped and turned of its engines. This man, that no body knew, just like everyone else was angered, frustrated and saddened by the massacre and decided to take action. The ‘Tank Man’ is a