Mitchell Sanders

Mitchell Sanders is a character from Tim O’Brien’s novel "The Things They Carried," set during the Vietnam War. He is a soldier known for his integrity, moral strength, and storytelling. Sanders often reflects on the importance of honesty and the weight of truth, especially in the context of war’s chaos and these soldiers’ emotional burdens. He is also skilled with a radio, symbolizing communication and understanding. Sanders’s character highlights themes of bravery, moral clarity, and the power of storytelling to confront difficult realities.