What Is an American?

If a person looked up the word "American" in the dictionary the explanation they would acquire would either be: a.) A native or inhabitant of North or South America or b.) A citizen of the United States. These two definitions represent two different opinions on what an American is. To many people an American is just that definition, a person living in a certain area. But to many, it is a combination of a spirit that will not die a tenacity to live and the courage to be brave. People must know that to be considered an American is an honor. …