The Red Badge of Courage

Why is Henry "compelled to allow his friend to escape unmolested with his packet"?

Chapters 13-15

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Henry was "compelled" because somewhere inside his arrogance would never have allowed him to keep the packet. He still, however, thinks he is doing Wilson a favor.

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The Red Badge of Courage