sure, the guy who helps the enemy is sympathetic because he did it to save 16 men... but would anyone want him serving in the military again?
What will be his reason for helping the enemy next time, and will he do more damage?
I agree with the General.
Three and a half years later, but here goes ...
Reluctantly, I have to agree with the general, too, although one would certainly hope the punishment would be light and merciful. As I mentioned in another post, what Cargill did was personally very brave - destroying his reputation to save his men, without ever revealing to them his motives. And yet, it was a betrayal of his country and his duty as a soldier. His actions, while understandable and personally courageous, couldn't be condoned. But, as I said, I would certainly hope that the mitigating circumstances would result in a very light sentence, or simply dishonorable discharge and no prison time at all.