Sevastopol Sketches

Main Characters and Their Development

• Mikhail Ivanovich Prokofiev - a young officer who undergoes internal changes, realizing the horrors of war and his role in it.
• Kozeltsov - an officer who shows courage and resilience despite the difficulties and dangers he faces.
• Vasily Mikhailovich - Kozeltsov's brother, who also participates in the battles and exemplifies brotherly love and support.
• Ensign Kalugin - a young and ambitious officer who seeks glory and recognition but gradually understands the true cost of war.
• Sailors and soldiers - numerous characters representing the collective image of the Russian people, displaying heroism and selflessness in wartime conditions.