Answer: The main message of the story "An Episode of War" is that people are victims of circumstances. In this story, the lieutenant did everything "right." He enlisted, fought bravely and was admired by everyone. However, he was injured. Although this is not his fault, and it is a great tragedy for him, this injury causes him to lose all the respect and "glory" he had earlier. This shows how tragic and devastating war is on everyone who is impacted by it.
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