Former Governor of California, Arnold Schwarzenegger, has persistently expressed his love for the country which fulfilled his dreams, the U.S. While he has undoubted patriotism for his Austrian homeland and also served in the Army, he also reveres his chosen nation to the core in which he has earned his citizenship now. In the recent edition of his newsletter, Arnold’s Pump Club, the star athlete took a moment on a national holiday to realize the efforts of heroes who gave their lives to protect the nation during the Civil War. 

Thus, Memorial Day on the 29th of May, called for a special ode of remembrance to the soldiers to decorate their graves with flowers as a token of respect. Schwarzenegger pointed out that there can be nothing more braver than giving up one’s life for their country. 

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Per Arnold’s newsletter, the 75-year-old legend let out his patriotism for the nation in front of his massive subscriber base. Reflecting on the past, he revealed that Union General John Logan issued General Orders #11 in 1868, to mark it as the Decoration Day for the war dead. He did so, to encourage others to keep their light burning within them, even when several citizens might struggle to do the same.

Furthermore, the Austrian Oak mindfully added that the celebrations don’t just call for a barbeque and a pool party but to honor and support the families of those heroes and “to reflect on the ultimate sacrifice.” He urged others to join him on the occasion to realize the contributions of those who’ve made the nation into “the shining beacon of opportunity that lit the way for so many dreamers like me.” 

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Regardless of the reason for the heroes’ sacrifice, be it for the country or to save those beside them, Schwarzenegger asserted their bravery for their land. “Giving up your life for something or someone you cared about more than yourself? It doesn’t get bigger than that,” he wrote. Schwarzenegger then shared an anecdote that iterates his love and knowledge of the nation’s history. 

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The source also revealed that while The Austrian Oak was running for the 38th Governor of California, his legislator once confessed to him about an idea proposed by the star that he liked. Yet, the official claimed he could not vote for him on that matter, due to professional risks. Hence, it compelled the Austrian Oak to let out his perceptive thoughts.

He said, “But I just saw you at a military funeral talking about sacrifice. That guy gave his life, and you’re afraid to give up your job?” The 6’2” ex-bodybuilder concluded his newsletter by saying he gives his heart to all those “fallen heroes” who have left him inspired and influenced his people to hold similar intent of selflessness and love for the country. 

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The U.S. has given Schwarzenegger all he wished for, though with great hard work and dedication. Hence, it is clear that he wishes to contribute to the country’s growth and greatness.