Article by Gerald Shaw
December 2007. A supposedly happy season for family and friends. But not for Liam Sampson and his friend. Nassirudeen Osawe is murdered with a knife in Upper Street, Islington.According to reports, Osawe was knifed to death after some arguments. He was just 16 years old when his life was taken from him. With grief and sadness in his heart, Sampson did not think of avenging his friends’ death but dwelt more on how to promote an anti-knife message. The 15-year-old rapper who goes by the name of Ritz aimed to use his music to express his message among kids to help them get off the streets and stop carrying knives. With this, gang confrontations can be minimized and murders can be prevented. He also shared that his inspiration in making this move, aside from his friend, is the American music scene. In line with this, he calls for the support from UK artists to join hands and make a bigger campaign against anti-knife crimes.The knife is said to be the first tool of mankind. And as the world evolved, so has the knife. Aside form its usage as tools, this tool was also used as a utensil, as a weapon in combat and as a traditional or religious tool. It is just saddening that this useful piece of metal has become a deadly weapon that can take away a young man’s life in the hands of the wrong people. This is because of the item’s material and the manner of its construction. Most knives’ blade today are made from first-class materials like iron, carbon steel and stainless steel. It is the blade that is considered deadly because of its sharpness. Another reason is mishandling and misuse of it.Because of this, Ritz calls upon the whole nation especially on the youngsters. He wants them to be responsible. Practice discipline so you will not end up on the streets fighting among gangs and running for your life. Do not be like Ritz who lost a dear friend at the expense of a knife.It can be said that early people created knives as a protective measures. Today, however, you have a choice of leading a peaceful life hence, no need to arm yourself with one. Incidentally, there is one that is very notable especially to collectors and you can find one at a bowie knife sale. The antique bowie knife is the most popular one because of its importance and how it has been crafted. Stop fighting and collect knives instead.
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Gerald Shaw is a voracious reader. Maybe that’s why he writes so well.