Characters

People in the book:  Tim O'Brien- the main Character and also is the author of the book itself. Captain Johansen- A captain who becomes O'Briens role model of a good soldier.  Barney- O'Brien's friend from his tour of duty   Eric- O'Brien's friend from basic training and his co-conspirator in their "unspoken war" Colnel Daud- The commandante of Advanced Infantry Training school Priest- Challenges O'Brien to think of his service as patriotic Kline- A blubering fool from basic training Sgt. Blyton- An overzealous drill sergeant Captain Smith- A moronic company commander Major Callicles- A gung-ho rear echelon commander   Charlie- The vietnamese