Pyle attempts to convince his readers to share his point of view that the Japanese soldiers are "illogical" and "inconsistent" by providing stories giving examples of both. Pyle uses very positive descriptors when talking about Waskow. He very vividly describes the reactions of the soldiers to the body of Waskow. Words, like beloved and sincere, along with the testimony of the soldiers, like "after my father, he came next," create a loving respectful tone.
