Red Badge of Courage

The Red Badge of Courage by Stephen Crane traces the effects of war on a Union soldier, Henry Fleming, from his dreams of soldiering, to his actual enlistment, and through several battles of the Civil War. Henry Fleming was not happy with his boring life on the farm. He wanted to become a hero in war and have girls loving him for his glorious achievements in battle. He knew his mother would not like to …

…flag, they fight over who will retain the flag. Wilson got the regement flag, though later in battle Henry manages to obtain the rebel flag. And from there, runs to the front of the line with the Liutenant, leading the way. In battle he fought like a "Major General", though he did regret leaving the tattered man alone on the battle field, he has grown-up, and is not afraid of dying anymore. By Tim Parry