Log #8 - Conflicts or Problems

LOG # 8. Now that you are this far into the story, what do you look forward to learning next? What conflicts or problems do you think the characters will face? What qualities of your character (honest, loyal, cruel, dishonest, angry, vengeful) will affect how the character handles the problems and conflicts he or she encounters?

I would most look forward to the men actually going into battle and learning whether or not their courage will truly be tested. This is what I believe is the true meaning of the book and where the story seems to be heading. The conflicts and problems that will be faced will most likely be whether or not to face the battle or to run from it.

At this point it seems the young man, Henry, displays a lack confidence in himself in the way he doubts his will to be courageous and stand up and fight in battle. This may affect the other men in his brigade if he is unable to help defend against the enemy (if that finally happens). Henry seems to be loyal and honest, but he also seems to be short-tempered and nervous. Hopefully his courage will win out in the end.