Question

as in the days of our prosperity, you have invariably been models of courage and fidelity. with men such as you our cause could not be lost; but the war would have been interminable; it would have been civil war, and that would have entailed deeper misfortunes on france. i have sacrificed all of my interests to those of the country. i go, but you, my friends, will continue to serve france. her happiness was my only thought. it will still be the object of my wishes. do not regret my fate; if i have consented to survive, it is to serve your glory. i intend to write the history of the great achievements we have performed together. adieu, my friends. would i could press you all to my heart. adapted from napoleon bonaparte, \farewell to the old guard\ how does this strategy help napoleon bonaparte say goodbye to his officers? it makes napoleon seem like a vulnerable leader who needs protection. it rouses the soldiers scorn for the people of france. it makes the speech more personal and engaging to the soldiers.

Explanation:

En el discurso, Napoleón expresa su sacrificio por el bien de Francia, su deseo de continuar sirviendo a través de la escritura de la historia de sus logros conjuntos y se despide de manera afectuosa de sus amigos (los oficiales). Esto hace que el discurso sea más personal y atractivo para los soldados, ya que muestra su lado humano y su compromiso con ellos y el país. No se presenta como vulnerable y no intenta incitar el desprecio hacia el pueblo francés.

Answer:

It makes the speech more personal and engaging to the soldiers.