Journeys End

Journeys End (Pages 54-58):Conflict between Stanhope and HibbertDone by: Elizabeth Ho Clement Tan Arman Masagung Aung Thu 4ELLit11What will be COVERED:In this presentation, we will focus on: Summary of events mentioned on pages 54-58 Character analyses based on those pages Importance of events that happened in those pagesSummary of eventsHibbert informs Stanhope that he cannot bear the pain from his neuralgia and wants to leaveStanhope informs Hibbert that it would be better for him to die from the pain than to be shot for desertingStanhope refuses to let him leave and in an attempt to go off, Hibbert strikes Stanhope Stanhope, enraged by this, threatens to shoot Hibbert if he leaves but Hibbert does notHibbert admits to Stanhope that he faked his illness because he cannot take the war but Stanhope confesses that he feels the same way too Stanhope persuades Hibbert to stay on and Hibbert finally agrees3Two different sides of Stanhope are shown in these pages: The usual cynical, hard, insensitive and bad-tempered side of Stanhope is portrayed in Pgs 54-56 An ironically gentler, sensitive, vulnerable, encouraging and supportive side of Stanhope is shown in Pgs 56-58

Stanhope4Condescending: (Pg 54 line 10) When Hibbert tells Stanhope that he cant take his neuralgia anymore, Stanhope says that he knows and has it too. This shows that he does not take Hibbert seriously and the tone is almost sarcastic.Cold and hard: (Pg 54 line 22) When Hibbert starts to mention that he will go off, Stanhope quietly tells him that he is staying here. The way in which Stanhope tells him that is such that he is devoid of emotion.

No-nonsense: (Pg 54 lines 25-28) Stanhope knows that Hibbert is trying to run away from the big attack on Thursday. He is telling Hibbert indirectly that he will not allow anyone to leave the dug-out by saying that the doctor will not send Hibbert to the hospital but back to the dug-out. As a commander, he is being responsible by ensuring that his men do not run off a few days before the war. Does not tolerate rude behaviour: (Pg 54 line 30) Stanhope orders Hibbert to Stop that! when Hibbert shows his defiance to Stanhope by saying What the hell- !. This shows that as a company commander, Stanhope expects his men to show respect even in the worst situations.Dominant, shows authority: (Pg 55 line 12) Stanhope tells Hibbert that hes going to stay in the dug-out and do his job. He makes it clear to Hibbert that he will not allow Hibbert to go off and stands his ground.Appears to be something of a bully: (Pg 55 line 19) He tells Hibbert that it will be better for him to die of the pain from his neuralgia than be shot for deserting. It appears as if Stanhope does not care of whatever happens to Hibbert as long as he stays here and takes part in the German raid. This also shows that he is insensitive to other peoples feelings.Bad-tempered: (Pg 55 lines 23-26) Stanhope yells at Hibbert to tell him again that the doctor will send him back to the dug-out. Stanhope is getting annoyed by Hibbert insisting to leave the dug-out and is now talking in an angry way to him.Sensitive: (Pg 56 line 30) Stanhope does not shoot Hibbert and gently places his hands on him. It shows that he understands Hibberts feelings and therefore does not shoot him. One would think that he would shoot Hibbert but here a gentler and sensitive side of Stanhope is shown.Sympathizing, understanding: (Pg 57 lines 18-20) Stanhope is able to understand what Hibbert is going through as he feels the same way too. This shows that Stanhope has compassion too though it may not seem like it.

Vulnerable: (Pg 57 lines 21-25) Stanhope admits to Hibbert that he too wishes that he could feign illness and get away from the war. This shows that even as a company commander, Stanhope also has his weaknesses though it is not obvious to the other soldiers in the company.Shows humility: (Pg 57 lines 29-30) Stanhope suggests to Hibbert that they should go on duty together. This shows that as a commanding officer, Stanhope is stilll ready to support a lower-ranking officer like Hibbert and is even ready to go on duty with him to help him overcome his fears.Supportive, encouraging: (Pg 58 lines 20-24) Stanhope manages to convince Hibbert to stay in the dug-out with the other officers when he tells Hibbert that the officers also feel the same way too but they still carry on fighting. This shows that as a commanding officer, Stanhope is also concerned about the other officers well-being and gives them support when they are in difficult times.Courageous: (Pg 58 lines 36-37) He tells Hibbert that everyone has a good fighting chance of coming through. This shows that he wants Hibbert and everyone else to be able to live through the war. This could indirectly suggest that Stanhope also has the same fears as Hibbert but is able to put them behind him for the sake of leading his men. HibbertDefiant: (Pg 54 line 29) Hibbert fiercely replies What the hell-! when Stanhope informs him that the doctor would send Hibbert back to the dug-out. This shows his defiance and that he will not accept the fact that he cannot leave the dug-out.Acting like a hypochondriac (one who thinks he or she is sick oneself, even when he or she is not): (Pg 55 lines 1-3) Hibbert says in a hysterical manner that he is unable to take his neuralgia any longer and is going off. It is clear that Hibbert is trying to run away from the war and his hysterical behaviour shows that he is exaggerating and imagining his neuralgia (not actually neuralgia but fear of the war). This also shows that Hibbert has lost his nerve.

Determined: (Pg 56 lines 19-21) Hibbert tells Stanhope to go ahead and shoot. He does not give up and continues to stick his ground. This shows that Hibbert will not allow himself to stay behind in the trenches even if anything were to happen to him and is eager to get away from the war zone even at the cost of his life. Ironically this determination of his to leave the trenches wins Stanhopes admiration.Assertive: (Pg 56 line 23) Hibbert tells Stanhope to go ahead and shoot him and that he is prepared. This suggests that Hibbert is very confident of himself and does not even hesitate to say anything.Open-minded: (Pg 58 line 25) Hibbert finally tells Stanhope that he will stay in the trenches and come through. This shows that he allows himself to be persuaded by Stanhope to stay in the dug-out.

13Importance of eventsThis incident shows that the insecurities in every human are the same. They fear losing their lives. It was mentioned that the members of the company were all afraid of being at the front line but they still gave their best. This incident shows the best of Stanhope and the worst. The best is when he sympathises with Hibbert and supports him and the worst is when he is condescending Hibbert over his neuralgia (he is not taking Hibbert seriously, almost sarcastic)This incident also links back to the theme of how soldiers cope with trench warfare in different ways (how Stanhope copes with it through his whisky, Trotter with food and Hibbert looking for a way to escape as he cant take the pressure)

14This incident also shows the futility of the war (Stanhope discussing the people who died already, Pg 58 lines 1-3). The war claimed many lives and left many physical and emotional scars on men like Stanhope and Hibbert. Hibberts desperation to leave the trenches also portrays the damaging effects that the war had on men. Many could not stand the horrors of war and this even drove some to the brink of madness.However, this incident also fosters a spirit of camaraderie (Stanhope encourages Hibbert to stick on with the rest of the men as they are still determined to carry on even though they feel the same way as Hibbert does). It was perhaps this spirit that men in the army were able to endure the war even in the worst situations possible.Thanks for listening!We hope you enjoyed our presentation!