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War Heroism
War heroes are portrayed as role models worthy of admiration. The people of Frenchtown are excited by examples of heroism because they do not have to face the consequences of war directly. Heroes represent bravery and patriotism.
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War Heroism
On his return home LaSalle receives a traditional hero's welcome with speeches from the mayor and the whole town turns out to greet him. He is described as a stereotypical hero-like the ones in movies. The young Francis admires Larry for his traditional w
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Respect for Heroes
Mrs Belander's face 'softened' and she calls him 'poor boy' when she meets Francis because of his injuries
In the St Jude Club, heroes are treated with the utmost respect. When talking about Larry LaSalle, the bartender's voice become 'formal and dignifie
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Respect for Heroes
Arthur Rivier is surprised that Francis, a war hero, should wish to remain anonymous, but it is this same respect for Francis which makes him agree to remain silent.
It is noticeable that Larry welcomes the adulation of others and is happy to be a very p
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Heroes or Anti-Heroe
Initially Larry is presented as an inspirational figure because of the work he does in the Wreck Centre. He is admired for the way he develops the talents of all who go there.
It is ironic that on the night where he is acclaimed by the whole town for hi
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Card 2

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On his return home LaSalle receives a traditional hero's welcome with speeches from the mayor and the whole town turns out to greet him. He is described as a stereotypical hero-like the ones in movies. The young Francis admires Larry for his traditional w

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War Heroism

Card 3

Front

Mrs Belander's face 'softened' and she calls him 'poor boy' when she meets Francis because of his injuries
In the St Jude Club, heroes are treated with the utmost respect. When talking about Larry LaSalle, the bartender's voice become 'formal and dignifie

Back

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Card 4

Front

Arthur Rivier is surprised that Francis, a war hero, should wish to remain anonymous, but it is this same respect for Francis which makes him agree to remain silent.
It is noticeable that Larry welcomes the adulation of others and is happy to be a very p

Back

Preview of the back of card 4

Card 5

Front

Initially Larry is presented as an inspirational figure because of the work he does in the Wreck Centre. He is admired for the way he develops the talents of all who go there.
It is ironic that on the night where he is acclaimed by the whole town for hi

Back

Preview of the back of card 5

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