Evolution of a Soldier

Henry Becomes A Man In the book The Red Badge of Courage, Henry changes in many ways as a soldier. In the beginning of the story he is scared of battle and runs, yet by the end of the book he is a true soldier. Many important events shape Henry’s evolution into a veteran soldier. Many of Henry’s own glorified notions of war are what make him so wary and unsure of himself. …

…run or fight, it is all behind him now and he has gained a great deal from his experiences. He has been cowardly and brave. He has lied and told the truth. He has gained courage from his follies and wisdom from his fellow soldiers. Now that Henry’s evolution is complete he is finally able to go home and tell his family about all he has done to become the new man he is.