Nick Masters, proud WWII veteran and family man, has been keeping a secret for decades. Having momentarily gone against wartime protocol designed to protect against booby traps, he finds a Japanese flag hidden in an ashtray. Once he rediscovers it, he knows he must do the right thing and find its rightful owner, if they are even alive. A tale about human nature, dreams, and cultural diversity, this book spans generations yet finds common ground for everyone.