It's considered quite an honor. Why not?
9 seconds sound clip from the Glory (1989) movie soundboard.
You can hear this line at 01:25:45 in the Blu-ray version of the movie.
Quote context
[...]
- I don't think we got a prayer of making the paper. I'll talk to you later in your tent.
- Trip, isn't it? Yes, sir. You fought very well yesterday, Trip.
- Sergeant Rawlins has recommended that you receive a commendation.
- Yes, and I think you should bear the regimental colours.
- It's considered quite an honor. Why not?
- Well, I'm... wanting to say something, sir, but I...
- See... I ain't fighting this war, for you, sir.
- I see.
- I mean, what's the point? Ain't nobody gonna win. It's just gonna go on and on.
- Yeah, but ain't nobody gonna win, sir.
- Who?
[...]