The Things They Carried

How does faith play a role in "The Things They Carried"?

How is faith involved with any of the characters during hardship?

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Faith plays a role in The Things They Carried in two ways. First, faith can be seen in what is carried. Kiowa carries his Bible. Second, faith is carried on the inside.... it's a basis for hope. Henry Dobbins saw becoming a preacher, as his way of showing "kindness" after the war.

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The Things They Carried