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Essay Archive - The Things They Carried
The Things They Carried
A young male named Jimmy Cross, in his early twenties who lead a group of army in Vietnam. Many tend to argue this character is against all aspects of war, while others feel he is for the war.
Other characters include:
Henry Dobbins-a strong man, who carried heavy weapons through Vietnam. Dave Jensen, who carried a toothbrush with him. Ted Lavender, who was scared of the war. Mitchell Sanders, who was the RTO (Radio & Telephone Operator). Norman Bowker, who always carried a diary. Rat Kiley, who carried comic books. Kiowa, a devout Baptist. Lee Strunk, who carried a slin....
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