The reasons each character went to Vietnam vary.
Peewee grew up in a poverish family, and when he wanted something (shoes, for example) he was unable to get them liek everyone else. He figured if he jopined the army, they woudl give everyone the same thing.
Lobel joined the army because he was supected of being homosexual. He wanted to prove to his fatehr that he was a real man by joining the army, however his plan failed, and only deepened the rift between them.
Perry joined the army ti support his mother and younger brther Kenny. he passed up collage to join and send back is earnings to his family.
As for Jenkins and Johnson, I'm not sure, but I hope what I did have will help you.
Richie Vomit's birth name is Richard L. Jenkins Jr.
The title fallen angels is extremely relevant because the name "warrior angels" was given by lieutenant Carroll to American soldiers who fought in the Vietnam war. Therefore when soldiers were killed in action they became "Fallen Angels".
Gwendolyn Richie Jenkins is the author of the book "The Road of Hope: A Gospel from Prison." It is a collection of letters written by a man who found solace in religion while serving a life sentence in prison.
from playing basketball during basic training
little Richie
his friend peewee
In the book "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers, the climax occurs when the main character, Richie, experiences intense combat in Vietnam, leading to a significant turning point in the story where he is faced with life-threatening situations and makes pivotal decisions about his future and purpose in the war. This culminating moment brings about major changes in Richie's character and the overall direction of the narrative.
If youre asking about the doo wop group singer, his name is Richie Johnson
The major setting in "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers is the Vietnam War, particularly focusing on the experiences of soldiers in the conflict. The novel takes place in Vietnam during the late 1960s, highlighting the challenges, camaraderie, and hardships faced by young soldiers in the midst of war.
Richie Perry is a 17yr old boy who enlisted in the army because he couldn't afford college and it sounded good to him at the time because he wanted to make something of himself and become a hero.
In "Fallen Angels" by Walter Dean Myers, several characters face death, notably the protagonist's friend, Richie Perry, who grapples with the harsh realities of the Vietnam War. Other significant deaths include those of soldiers like Peewee and other members of their unit, emphasizing the brutal consequences of war and the loss of youth and innocence. The novel poignantly explores the emotional toll of these losses on the surviving characters.
He changes a lot because of the things he sees and the things he does. He starts to doubt why he went to war in the first place.