American Amnesia: How We Lost Our National Memory-and How to Recover It

America's character is shaped by its memories, history, and experiences, and if it loses its memory, it loses its character. Helen Krieble argues that America has lost its memory of its founding principles and the sacrifices made to preserve them and that it is losing its character. Krieble believes that Americans must rebuild their understanding of and commitment to those founding principles to regain their national memory and preserve America as "the last best hope of Earth."

Format: Hardback
Length: 200 pages
Publication date: 09 February 2023
Publisher: Encounter Books,USA

People are the sum of their experiences, origins, influences, and the events that have shaped their lives. This holds true not only for individuals but also for families, communities, and nations. America, like any other nation, possesses its distinct character, molded by a combination of its memories, history, trials, and lessons learned.

If people, communities, or nations lose their sense of identity, they risk losing their unique character. Cultures worldwide strive to preserve their identity and pass down traditions to future generations. However, what happens when a nation chooses to forget its past? What if a country actively imposes amnesia on itself?

In her compelling argument, Helen Krieble suggests that this has indeed happened to America. The nation has forgotten the principles upon which it was founded and the sacrifices made over the past 250 years to uphold them. As a result, America is losing its essence. Krieble emphasizes that America cannot remain "the last best hope of Earth" if its people no longer understand the significance of this and are not willing to make the necessary sacrifices to preserve it.

The duties of citizenship are straightforward but vital. We must protect our freedom against all threats and ensure that it is passed down to future generations without any diminution. Unfortunately, Americans are falling short in this responsibility. However, Krieble believes there is still hope to cure our national amnesia. It begins with a renewed understanding and commitment to those founding principles, regaining our national memory.

To achieve this, we must embark on a journey of introspection and education. We must rediscover the values and ideals that shaped our nation's foundation and the sacrifices made by those who came before us. We must also be willing to confront the challenges and injustices of our past, acknowledging the mistakes we have made and working towards a more inclusive and equitable future.

Only through a collective effort can we reclaim our national identity and restore the character that makes America unique. Let us remember that our history is not just a story of the past but a living testament to our potential and resilience. By embracing our past, we can shape a better future for ourselves and future generations.

Weight: 338g
Dimension: 225 x 149 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781641772808