Summary
Amidst the cataclysmic backdrop of the Great War, this cinematic endeavor unfurls a poignant narrative of fervent patriotism intertwined with steadfast devotion. Our protagonist, Sammy, a quintessential American youth, embarks on a perilous transatlantic voyage to the embattled trenches of France, his youthful idealism fueling a resolute commitment to the Allied cause. Unbeknownst to him, or perhaps driven by an equally unyielding spirit, his beloved Ethel forsakes the comforts of home to join the burgeoning ranks of the Red Cross, her compassion a beacon against the encroaching darkness. As Sammy navigates the brutal realities of trench warfare, he becomes an unwitting witness to the Red Cross volunteers' profound altruism and unwavering courage, their selfless acts a stark counterpoint to the mechanized horror surrounding them. Fate, in its often-cruel yet occasionally tender machinations, orchestrates a dramatic confrontation with destiny: gravely wounded in the maelstrom of battle, Sammy's life hangs precariously in the balance, only for salvation to manifest in the most extraordinary and intimate form – the very hands of his own Ethel, now a seasoned nurse, whose unwavering presence embodies the film's central thesis of love's enduring power amidst unimaginable strife.
Synopsis
Sammy, an American boy, sails for France to fight in the World War. His sweetheart Ethel follows him as a Red Cross nurse. Sammy witnesses great work done by the Red Cross volunteers, and when he is wounded in battle, he is rescued by his own Ethel.
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