The Red Badge of Courage

In Chapter 16, what's the difference between Henry's reaction and the other soldier's reactions to waiting for the upcoming battle? What does Henry's reaction betray about him?

The other soldiers in the regiment are relaxed and Henry is worried.

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Henry is not boastful, he listens to the others brag and fantasize about war. Henry is actually scared of the battle. He fears that he will run away in terror.

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