The justification of Peyton Farquhar's execution in Ambrose Bierce's "An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge" is complex and subjective. From a legal perspective, as a Confederate sympathizer attempting to sabotage Union efforts, his execution could be seen as justified wartime action. However, the moral implications of executing someone for their beliefs and actions raise questions about justice and humanity. Ultimately, the story invites readers to consider the harsh realities of war and the consequences of individual choices.
What does Peyton Farquhar volunteer to do?
Peyton Farquhar was a wealthy plantation owner in Northern Alabama. Of course, he is a character of a short story fiction.
I am not sure who all of the characters are but i know that the main character is Peyton Farquhar
Peyton Farquhar was executed for attempting to sabotage a Union railroad during the American Civil War. He was a Confederate sympathizer who sought to destroy a bridge to support the Southern cause. Caught in the act by Union soldiers, he was captured and sentenced to death by hanging. His execution exemplifies the harsh realities of war and the consequences of treason against the Union.
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He was trying to sabotage the Owl Creek Bridge.
He is about to be hung.
he got his butt ate
In "An Occurrence at Owl Creek", the author describes the scene with Peyton Farquhar looking at his watch to tell the readers how Peyton is coping with the sounds around him. He is so frightened that his own watch is really loud.
A wealthy plantation owner in Northern Alabama is Peyton's occupation.
whats up
His last thoughts were of his wife and children.