Cadet Hassan (“the Assassin”) Character Analysis in Starship Troopers

Cadet Hassan, “the Assassin,” was field commissioned as a first lieutenant, but he still attends Officer Candidate School with Johnnie, because his lack of formal education would otherwise impede his further promotion. Colonel Nielssen gives him his apprenticeship assignment—and a great deal of advice—at the same time as Johnnie and Byrd.

Cadet Hassan (“the Assassin”) Character Timeline in Starship Troopers

The timeline below shows where the character Cadet Hassan (“the Assassin”) appears in Starship Troopers. The colored dots and icons indicate which themes are associated with that appearance.

...of studying. He is called to the Commandant’s office for his orders along with Cadets Hassan “the Assassin”—the oldest man in the class—and the small and unintimidating Byrd. (full context)

...tone, because their teams will be looking toward them in a moment of trouble. Birdie, Hassan, and Johnnie are all unnerved, and Johnnie wishes he were still a private back on... (full context)

Nielssen quizzes Hassan on the largest number of command levels lost in a battle—four levels at once. There... (full context)

Colonel Nielssen finally swears Johnnie, Hassan, and Birdie to their new temporary ranks. Before handing out their temporary insignia, he dispenses... (full context)

...insignia pips, previously worn by a cadet who’s now a captain, and offers them to Hassan. He tells him to wear them gallantly and to bring them back. Birdie says he’s... (full context)

Because they’re on the same air car, Birdie tells Johnnie that Hassan has to study three subjects. In contrast, Birdie is a “professor type” who teaches math.... (full context)