What goes on in the mind of a Soldier during as he prepares for war? Fear? Patriotism? Eagerness? Does one face the realities of possible death or focus on the pleasures that most take for granted?

Second Lieutenant Kyle Scott feels those emotions and more as he is about to embark on a deployment to Iraq within the first year of his military service after college graduation.

Before and during the deployment, Kyle has to overcome his own challenges and anxieties to be a strong leader and serve his Army unit as he carries out his duties as an Intelligence Officer in 53rd Field...