The Red Badge of Courage
'The Red Badge Of Courage' was first published in 1895. Taking place during the American Civil War, the story is about a young private of the Union Army, Henry Fleming, who flees from the field of battle. Overcome with shame, he longs for a wound—a 'red badge of courage'—to counteract his cowardice. When his regiment once again faces the enemy, Henry acts as flag-bearer. (Excerts from Wikipedia...
'The Red Badge Of Courage' was first published in 1895. Taking place during the American Civil War, the story is about a young private of the Union Army, Henry Fleming, who flees from the field of battle. Overcome with shame, he longs for a wound—a 'red badge of courage'—to counteract his cowardice. When his regiment once again faces the enemy, Henry acts as flag-bearer. (Excerts from Wikipedia...
