in the second reading, in the introduction, a man comes back from war. Now this is not the center focus of the story, but I thought it was an interesting detail. When you compare how many people in the military are treated here, they are given resources to start their life, pay, benefits, etc. in most normal circumstances. However, in this instance, the soldier had to come back and “build his life”. What does this show about the Russian treatment of soldiers? Also, how does that contribute to the building of character in Russian eyes? The view of a peasant is not the best, but does that justify this?
In order to answer the question of treatment of Soviet Union veterans, I would have to disagree with the statement that American veterans are provided for. American veterans make up 11% of the American homeless population, so although the U.S. does provide education after serving, the system is very flawed. I believe that the reason the Soviet Union soldiers are expected to build a life is because they are expected to serve. If they truly love their country, serving should be an honor, at least I believe that is the mindset. In Russian eyes I would say that this is a task that challenges the will. Serving and then building your life is hard work, and it deserves respect.