The Red Badge of Courage

What effect did the sarcastic man's comment have upon Henry?

chapter 16

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The words of the sarcastic man penetrate Henry in an unsettling way:

"The speech pierced the youth. Inwardly he was reduced to an abject pulp by these chance words. His legs quaked privately. He cast a frightened glance at the sarcastic man."

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Another soldier sarcastically says that Henry must think he fought yesterday’s battle all by himself. This is because Henry feels shame because he had run from the battle.