Catherine In Ernest Hemingway's All Quiet On The Western Front

Catherine is the most important person Henry. The story starts in Italy during World War I. The protagonists are Lieutenant Henry Frederick, a volunteer ambulance driver for the Italians, and Catherine Barkley, a British nurse. Henry loves Catherine so much that he deserts the war. Catherine is a safe place for Henry to retreat to when he is hurt. In the same way she is a roof to protect from the rain. Understanding, calm, and courageous in the face of death are the traits that describe Catherine.
Understanding is the first trait that Catherine shows. Henry has deserted the war after he was almost shot by Italian battle police. He found Catherine in a hotel in Stresa during lunch. Later, when they are alone Henry complained about his desertion.