Roland is a commander, a hero from the Song of Roland. Roland is brave and presumptuous, courageous and fearless. The qualities that make him so attractive hero lead his squad and himself to death. Fighting with enemies without calling anyone to help is a matter of honor. Here, the courage and prowess of Roland appear. He was famous for the horn, which is made of ivory. An incredible sound came from this horn. When he blew his horn for help, he blew his horn so hard that his veins cracked. Carl heard him far away, but it was too late.
Roland in the Essays