Lew Ayres (1908-1996) became known to the public when he portrayed the leading character in the epic war film "All Quiet on the Western Front". The role made him a household name, introduced him to his closest friends, brought him to the attention of his first two wives, and would overshadow the rest of his career.
A biography of the accomplished actor and staunch pacifist who changed the way America considers grounds for conscientious objection