Friday, February 21, 2014

All Quiet on the Western Front - Katczinsky


Character Self-Revelation Speech
Stanislaus Katczinsky


I am known as Kat. Before the war, I had long since been a cobbler and veteran even before these young soldiers were born. Now, here I am, and these boys can’t even hear a shell coming to save their lives. No matter; I warn them and teach them how to recognize danger. To see such unprepared soldiers coming to the line ignites sadness. A young boy who surely would have died was cradled in Paul’s arms. We had to end his misery with a bullet. It happens too often; it is tiring and bleak. My final moments are spent with my dear friend Paul, who does all he can to save me after being shot in the shin and taking shrapnel to the neck. Rest Paul, for it is our turn to watch over you as you continue this never-ending war.

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