Kemmerich's Death

Paul sits by Kemmerich's bedside as he dies. The hospital is chaotic, and the doctor is too busy to attend. Kemmerich, realizing his fate, gives his boots to Müller. He dies weeping, and Paul collects his belongings. Outside, Paul feels a surge of life and vitality, a stark contrast to the death he has just witnessed. He gives the boots to Müller, who tries them on and finds they fit perfectly.