Roland, nephew of the emperor Charlemagne and leader of the rearguard in his army, is the most renowned hero of the tradition of epic in the Romance languages. He is the hero, of course, of the Song of Roland, which has survived in seven substantial versions.

Why Roland is a hero?

The Happy Hero Roland—that cocky, pious, stubborn, emotional knight—is a variation on the classic tragic hero: well-born, well-loved, and headed straight for disaster. … They love him so much they will never fail him. He gives them so many gifts of gold and silver, Mules and war-horses, silk cloth and battle gear.

What is Roland's tragic flaw?

God; Roland’s flaw — carelessness and pride; Love — Charlemagme loves God/Oliver is loyal and loves Roland; Good (Roland) vs. Evil (Ganelon);