One Man's Life

Throughout history the freedom and even life of an individual have not been worth very much. From ancient times under Pharaohs and emperors, to feudal kings and lords, to modern totalitarian dictators, the overlords have negated the value of liberty and sanctity of life. When America was established, finally a place was created where the rights of the person took precedence over the whims of the state or the leader. Plenty of countries have never revered freedom. Russia under bloody-handed despot Putin today despises human rights and places little value on human life.