Death of a Salesman
Why is Willy a martyr?
Did Willy want his sons to financially set?
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In Willy's own mind, he believes that his suicide will mark him a martyr, as he believes the insurance money from his sacrifice (suicide) will allow his son, Biff, to fulfill the American Dream that he could not.
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