Writer's intention

In your discussion of the article “On War and Redemption”, you should also analyze Timothy Kudo’s opinion and intentions. The author’s opinion is revealed through the points he makes:

• War leads to accidental killings of innocent civilians;
• The loss of soldiers’ lives irremediably affects their relatives;
• War affects the moral principles of soldiers, leaving deep psychological scars;
• Everybody is responsible for war (soldiers, commanders, society);

When you analyze Kudo’s clearly critical opinion on the consequences of war, you should also take into account the other article, “Veterans Returning from War with Moral Injury” and note that Timothy Kudo’s article is an example of moral injury. The author feels guilty for the unwanted civilian killing...