A young boy who survives a massacre and clings to Train for support, processing traumas through imaginative means. Angelo is clever and learns to communicate with Train despite their language barrier.

A Puerto Rican soldier in the 92nd Division serving as a medic and interpreter, who often reflects on his war experiences and grapples with feelings of exclusion from mainstream narratives. He survives the final battle and takes a piece of history with him.

A Virginia-born Black soldier and Second Lieutenant in the 92nd Division, who struggles with racial prejudice and tensions within his ranks. He aspires to a life less constrained by racism and is often caught between idealism and harsh realities.

A Black soldier in the 92nd Division, formerly a preacher, who begins with a selfish demeanor and skepticism of faith. His character undergoes significant change as he confronts the realities of war and his beliefs.