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Private Peaceful is the story of two brothers, Tommo and Charlie Peaceful, who become soldiers in the war fighting for their lives. Tommo was not the reason for Charlie’s death as he made no decisions that influenced Charlie’s death. During various events through Tommo’s life Charlie was always there when he needed a hand, some of Charlie’s choices lead to _____ which was the reason for his death.

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Charlie made his own choices, which weren’t always the best which is why he was the reason for his own death. When Tommo was injured Charlie stayed with him rather than moving on with everyone else. Charlie’s fatal decision to stay caused him to suffer the consequences. He does not always think before he does. Charlie

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