OCR GCSE Classical Civilisation · J199

Themes

What you need to know

Analyze the thematic exploration of glory, honour, shame, and comradeship on the battlefield.
Evaluate the concepts of freedom, hubris, arrogance, love, and patriotism in the context of war.
Assess the literary juxtaposition of the horror and the glorification of warfare.
Analyze the themes of fear, courage, family duty, and the impact of war on military and civilian victims.