The man who fought for three different armies during World War II
In short: This footage examines the strange journey of Yang Kyoungjong, a Korean youth forced into service for the Soviets, Japan, and Germany throughout the Second World War.
The story follows Yang Kyoungjong, whose wartime experience was shaped by a series of unusual incidents. After being captured by American paratroopers, it was discovered that he was wearing a German uniform, despite not being German or Japanese.
His journey illustrates the chaotic nature of the conflict, as he was forced into service by three separate military powers: the Soviet Union, Japan, and Germany.
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