The Ides of March
Summary
In his reflection, “The Ides of March,” Alex Horton’s thesis is how one event can change a life forever. In the army, Horton discovered that his platoon would be moving to a dangerous part of Iraq in March. While on duty, a friend Brian Chevalier tragically passed away. On the anniversary of Brian’s death March 14, Alex doesn’t work or go to school, instead spending the day with friends, and visiting Antietam. For Horton, “March carries a weight that loads us down” (para. 7).
Analysis
The apparent audience for Horton’s reflection includes readers of Army of Dude and Vantage Point, those with an interest in the army and those who are interested in dramatic reflections. This reflection is divided into three key sections:
Summary
In his reflection, “The Ides of March,” Alex Horton’s thesis is how one event can change a life forever. In the army, Horton discovered that his platoon would be moving to a dangerous part of Iraq in March. While on duty, a friend Brian Chevalier tragically passed away. On the anniversary of Brian’s death March 14, Alex doesn’t work or go to school, instead spending the day with friends, and visiting Antietam. For Horton, “March carries a weight that loads us down” (para. 7).
Analysis
The apparent audience for Horton’s reflection includes readers of Army of Dude and Vantage Point, those with an interest in the army and those who are interested in dramatic reflections. This reflection is divided into three key sections: