Meet Alvin York, the soldier who went from pacifist to war hero during World War I. Initially refusing to fight due to his pacifist beliefs, York was drafted into the U.S. Army and faced an inner conflict. On October 8, 1918, during the Meuse-Argonne Offensive, York's platoon was pinned down by machine gun fire. Displaying remarkable bravery and marksmanship, he led a daring attack, capturing 132 German soldiers and taking out multiple machine gun nests. His heroic actions earned him the Medal of Honor and made him one of America's most celebrated soldiers. Discover the incredible journey of Alvin York, a true embodiment of courage and conviction.
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