Kid Soldier

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Set against the backdrop of the Second World War, a fatherless teenager named Richard finds companionship with a former soldier in St. Catharines, Ontario. Eager to escape his circumstances, he lies about his age to enlist and participates in army training in Britain. As he navigates the challenges of war, Richard experiences the harsh realities of conflict, witnessing the Battle of Britain and sustaining injuries during the Blitz, shaping his journey from youth to maturity amidst turmoil.