what are some key textual references used in the novel?

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Like an allusion, or reference to something well known.

Asked by Mercades #261031 on 2/27/2013 4:34 PM

Last updated by jill d #170087 on 2/27/2013 5:38 PM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 2/27/2013 5:38 PM

The novel is based upon The Battle of Chancellorsville, although Crane does not mention it by name.

Napoleon Bonaparte is referenced in Chapter 2.

The Red Badge of Courage