English & Literature The General wants Joby to beat his drum at a rapid pace, why? Drummer Boy of Shiloh Asked by arwen46 on 02 Feb 05:38 Last updated by anonymous on 03 Feb 19:31
He tells Joby that his drum sets the pace for the soldiers; that their excitement and courage can come from the sound of the drumbeats. The General also tells him that blood that is excited runs hot and that hot blood doesn't feel pain or bullets.
