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What did John Miller mean by saying 'earn this earn it' in the film Saving Private Ryan?
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∙ 12y ago
When Captain Miller told Ryan to "earn this," he meant that Ryan (having possibly been saved from death by the actions of the platoon) had a duty to live his life in an upright, moral, and meaningful way.
Ryan is not certain that he has done so, but it is suggested very strongly that he has, out of respect for the bravery and sacrifice of the men whose mission was to bring him home.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 12y agoWhen Captain Miller told Ryan to "earn this," he meant that Ryan (having possibly been saved from death by the actions of the platoon) had a duty to live his life in an upright, moral, and meaningful way.
The older Ryan is not certain that he has done so, but it is suggested very strongly that he has, out of respect for the bravery and sacrifice of the men whose mission was to bring him home.
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∙ 12y agoHe was basically saying that a lot of men died (including himself), in part so that Ryan could live. He wanted Ryan to live his life in such a way as to make their sacrifice valid.
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Who were the actors in Saving Private Ryan?
Tom Hanks, playing Captain John H. Miller.
Who played Private Ryan in the movie 'Saving Private Ryan'?
Matt Damon played the role of Private James Francis Ryan.matt damon
How much is the pool up to for john miller from private Ryan?
$300!!
Is the movie saving private ryan real?
No Private James Francis Ryan is fictional, however there was a Private James Ryan from Iowa. The story was adapted from an incident recorded by historian Stephen E. Ambrose. The story was based on actual events but fictional characters were used.
What are the soldiers names from Saving Private Ryan?
There is Captain Miller, James Ryan, Mike Horvath, Richard Rieben, Daniel Jackson, Stanley Mellish, Adrian Caparzo, Irwin Wade, Timothy P. Upham, Fred Hamill, Sgt. Hill, Lt. Col. Anderson, and Cpl. Henderson.
Who is the star of Saving Private Ryan?
Saving Private Ryan's protagonist is Tom Hanks, who plays John H. Miller.
Tom Hanks portrays Captain John Miller in what movie?
Saving Private Ryan
Did the Tom Hanks character smoke in Saving Private Ryan?
No. Hank's character, Captain John H. Miller, died at the end. His eyes remained open, but one of his soldiers looked down to see his hand had stopped trembling. The soldier reached into Miller's (Hanks') pocket to take his papers for safe keeping.
Who were the actors in Saving Private Ryan?
Tom Hanks, playing Captain John H. Miller.
Who played Private Ryan in the movie 'Saving Private Ryan'?
Matt Damon played the role of Private James Francis Ryan.matt damon
How much is the pool up to for john miller from private Ryan?
$300!!
What has the author John Marshall Miller written?
John Marshall Miller has written: 'A plan for the licensing and control of private correspondence schools' -- subject(s): Correspondence schools and courses
Is the movie saving private ryan real?
No Private James Francis Ryan is fictional, however there was a Private James Ryan from Iowa. The story was adapted from an incident recorded by historian Stephen E. Ambrose. The story was based on actual events but fictional characters were used.
Why was Private John Simpson Kirkpatrick important?
John Simpson Kirkpatrick was famous because of his donkey and the work they completed together [saving the troops]
What are the soldiers names from Saving Private Ryan?
There is Captain Miller, James Ryan, Mike Horvath, Richard Rieben, Daniel Jackson, Stanley Mellish, Adrian Caparzo, Irwin Wade, Timothy P. Upham, Fred Hamill, Sgt. Hill, Lt. Col. Anderson, and Cpl. Henderson.
What has the author John A Miller written?
John A. Miller has written: 'John A. Miller, the Brentwood Plan for agricultural labor'
Does Captain Miller's grave from Saving Private Ryan exist in the real cemetery?
According to the American Battle Monuments Commission database there is no record of any Captain John H. Miller from WW2 interred in any overseas American cemetery. Please refer to http://www.abmc.gov/search/wwii_list.php to verify or to search for other American veterans interred in other overseas cemeteries. "Time will not dim the glory of their deeds." - General of the Armies, John J. Pershing.
