Guy Crouchback
Guy Crouchback, fictional character, the protagonist of Evelyn Waughβs trilogy Sword of Honour (1965; published separately as Men at Arms [1952], Officers and Gentlemen [1955], and Unconditional Surrender [1961]). Crouchback is alienated from his Roman Catholic religion, his personal relationships, and the modern world in general. He believes that his wartime military service is a noble undertaking. The progress of his disillusionment and the honour he discovers within himself are the subject of the trilogy.
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Article Title:
Guy Crouchback
Website Name:
Encyclopaedia Britannica
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Encyclopaedia Britannica, Inc.
Date Published:
07 May 2010
Access Date:
November 14, 2026