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The Disillusionment of the Soldier. All Quiet on the Western Front. Disillusionment is “a freeing or a being freed from illusion or conviction.” (Webster’s 384) A synonym for this word that we all are probably much more familiar with is reality. In my case, reality has really only hit me once in my life, when my son was born almost 5 years ago. I can only imagine how war can make reality seem so clear, so, …

…they know it is real. There are no illusions. These men are experiencing hell at it’s worst on a daily basis. Often times the things that men see in battle can destroy their lives forever. Upon returning home many can’t get past the nightmares, flashbacks, and the sadness. However, this disillusionment is also what keeps many men on their toes, constantly wary of their surroundings, and ultimately keeps them alive in the trenches.