The men who made up the army didn't understand military discipline and in fact resented it.
It's amazing how many men resent the number of weeks off that their teacher partner has or whatever.
Nichols had been sober all day, and the men would resent him if James made someone else perform his work.
His other men would resent someone coming in off the street and taking a major job.
You are going to find that some men resent your abilities, you know.
Some men in your place might resent him being here.
Either the power went to their heads, or the drink did, and, whichever it was, the men usually resented them.
Some men in his position might have resented the public appearance that such a "special reinforcement" had been required.
Not saying you did, but it has been known to happen and the men always resent it.
Each man obviously liked, envied and resented something about the other.