We Were Soldiers

the reason of wanting the thirst for war and wanting to go into battle should not be the reason for joining the army. The theme “there is no glory in war”, is portrayed in All Quiet on the Western Front by the acts of lying to the youth, forcing soldiers to change into animals, and showing the cruelty of losing a comrade. From the perspective of Paul and his classmates, joining the army seemed like the best decision. Though some of the students, like Joseph Behm, seemed nervous and not to…

known as Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraq Freedom. Since the beginning, there has been over 1.5 million troops deployed to the region (Savitsky, Illingsworth, & Dulaney, 2009). It does not matter what the job is, the chances that a soldier will experience a form of trauma is almost guaranteed. It was no different for Lieutenant Commander Heidi Kraft. In her book, Rule Number Two: Lessons I Learned in a Combat Hospital, she discusses the trauma that she experienced in her seven…

and can follow. Moreover, with his constant use of flashbacks, it made it confusing at times as it was rather jumpy, going from one event to another. This also made it challenging for me to stay focused and it was difficult to see the change in the soldiers as time passed; I couldn’t properly follow the story. The book wasn’t in chronological order and because of this, it was difficult to differentiate between each event. In a way I guess war can be like that, your usual day isn’t a so called…

fatal decision to attack that day in the third painting in this series on Plevna, After the Attack. Dressing Station at Plevna (1881). Masses of wounded, dying or dead Russian and Turkish soldiers wait to be treated at the overcrowded medical tents that were constructed to accommodate 500 men, yet 8000 wounded were brought in to be treated. Vereshchagin unmistakably is criticising the failure of the Russian military to provide basic care for the men who sacrificed themselves for the Tsar’s…

trial and adversity we find opportunities to make or break trust with those around us. The Army exists in struggle, trial, and conflict for society to remain apart. So then, how significant is trust to the Army Profession? In this paper, I will address how trust plays the most significant role in the Army Profession. Trust is the social adhesive that holds us together. It shapes our behavior consciously and subconsciously as we interact with others toward a mutual goal. When we apply this…

Appreciation Month, where we thank the soldiers for ensuring our ability to be free and safe in the United States. Throughout the month of November, military families around the world are honored through a variety of observances and recognized for their great sacrifices they give each day. Behind the brave service of the men and women, there is families and loved ones who also share in their sacrifice and provide a tremendous amount of support. The families behind the soldiers are the…

Lost The shrieking sirens pierce my ears; the shrill of wailing shells torment my mind, as the rifles’ metal shells puncture my home. I run outside to witness the invasion of hell. Ten thousand strong soldiers approach in battle formations, no remorse, no pity, no heart for even the innocent, who took no part. Only the corpses of wives and husbands and children left in their footsteps. Their treacherous steel contraptions, firing ever more shells upon our small village. My father begins to…

about what it would be for me to be a part of it. I say this especially because requirements and specifics of being a part of the Army. It was not until 2005 when I decided to join the United States Army, and this when all my concerns and questions were answered during recruitment. My Recruiter explained and guided me through the whole process of entering and prepping for the Army. It was my confidence and the motivation of my Recruiter that made it possible for me to join the Military as I…

Honor, courage and commitment, the core values of the Marines, define how every Marine in the Corps thinks, acts and fights. Honor is the foundation of a Marine’s character. A Marine never lies, cheats, or steals and always stands by an adamant code of integrity. Courage is the mental, moral, and physical strength embedded in every Marine. This is what allows Marines to remain calm while presented with fear. Moral courage means having the inner strength to stand up for what is right and to…

portrayed throughout the poem in order to reflect Owen’s own experience of loss. At the start of the poem, we are introduced to a description of a disabled man sitting contemplating his life. The quote “Legless, sewn short at elbow” shows that he has lost both his arms and legs, presumably from the war. The words ‘sewn short’ shows that he was not only affected physically…