What does a soldier feel?
Soldiers are really split by wartime emotions—they crave savage vengeance at times, yet strive for nobler justice; they feel pride and patriotism laced with regret, culpability, treachery, and guilt. They are torn between the desire to avenge wrongs done to them and their country and the urge not to harm those who have never harmed them. The following are some typical feelings that soldiers may experience: Anger - anger over injuries suffered by friends or family members, anger at being placed in a dangerous position, anger at having to kill others. Anger can sometimes lead to violence. Bargaining - trying to persuade someone to do something for you by offering them money, telling them what they want to hear, etc. Betrayal - feeling betrayed by friends or relatives who have agreed to help you but then turned against you. Blame - believing that others are responsible for your problems or the problems of people close to you. Denial - refusing to accept the truth about something that is troubling you or someone else. For example, if a soldier has been injured and knows he will be sent home, he might deny this fact until told different by someone who knows more about the situation than he does.