The Tin Soldier

"The Tin Soldier" is a novel about the participation of America in WWI. The protagonist of the story is a young American man falling in love with a beautiful girl, taking care of his old father, and leading a languishing life of a dandy as he suddenly faces the choice to go to war or stay home. His patriotism is overwhelming, but he is also bound by a promise from his mother, which obligates him to stay with his old father no matter what happens. So, what will he select?