pgs.291-330

Henry, at the beginning of these pages, sees the "color bearer", or the flag carrier get shot, so he goes to grab the flag. Then, they see their regiment fall back towards them, after the enemy broke their charge. Safe from enemy fire, they are behind the trees, and Henry and Wilson briefly fight over who should take the flag. Henry, eventually wears his colors. Henry is only worried about getting “a fine revenge upon the officer who had referred to him and his fellows as mule drivers," but the regiment is too weak to sustain so much damage. The 304th, to Henry's surprise, puts up quite the defense, not letting their victory be an easy one. They do, eventually force the enemy to retreat. Henry and his regiment are filled with fresh enthusiasm and amazement.