In light of all the confusion and destruction of war, it is extremely crucial for one to always retain their sense of rationality and ability to make wise judgment.
Seeing that the soldiers in Lieutenant Jimmy Cross’s unit are all pretty young and inexperienced in age, I will first and foremost arm myself with a good supply of easy-to- use weapon, like a rifle or knife. In order to ensure the survival of the platoon, I’ll bring along a good supply of it, so as to distribute it should anyone in my platoon be inadequately armed.
Secondly, I will bring along photos of my family and loved ones that will provide me with a sense of calamity that is integral in the midst of the chaos that comes along with war. The photos will serve as a good reminder for me to always be alert of my surroundings and watch out for enemies, as I will definitely want to come home alive and be reunited with my loved ones.
Thirdly, in light of the absence of morals in people as a result of prolonged exposure to war, I will definitely bring a Cross along with me, to remind me of my roots and the basic morals and behavior in which I should always abide to. In addition, the Cross will serve as a good assurance during my period at war, as it will ease my mind and provide me with a sense of affirmation that God is watching over me.
Lastly, before embarking on the Vietnam war, I will try my very best to leave behind all the negative feelings of sadness and instead focus on winning the war (impossible as it may seem). It is inevitable that the deaths of fellow platoon mates will scar me for life, but in the face of war, I have to force myself to toughen up and accept the fact that deaths are a natural outcome of battles.
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