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they were taunted and mimicked
they were taunted and mimicked
Instead of fleeing like the other soldiers, Henry decided to stand his ground and face the enemy. He found courage within himself to remain in the battle and prove his bravery.
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Henry was greeted by the lieutenant and some other soldiers when he returned to his regiment. The lieutenant was surprised to see him, as he had previously thought Henry had deserted.
Henry envies the other soldiers because he lacks their combat experience, bravery, and confidence. He wishes he had their courage and gallantry in battle, which leads to feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt.
Henry ran back to the battle because he felt guilty for abandoning his fellow soldiers. He wanted to redeem himself and prove his courage by rejoining the fight. Additionally, he may have felt a sense of duty and responsibility to stand with his comrades in battle.
he could fight with another regiment
The "red badge of courage" refers to a wound sustained in battle. The title symbolizes a mark of bravery and honor earned through facing the dangers of war. It highlights the transformation of the protagonist as he overcomes his fears and gains a sense of courage and pride.
He ran away
In "The Red Badge of Courage," a philippic refers to a long, passionate verbal attack or denunciation. It is used by Henry Fleming's friend Wilson to criticize the behavior of their fellow soldiers during a chaotic battle.
Henry hates slow generals in "The Red Badge of Courage" because he believes they lack courage and strategy in battle, which puts soldiers at unnecessary risk and prolongs the suffering and danger of war. He views slow generals as being incompetent and hindering the army's ability to effectively fight the enemy.