Antonio José Betancor

A soldier from the Spanish Civil War reflects on his past while imprisoned in a camp in France, reminiscing about his youth in 1911. He shares tales of his adventures and his growing affection for Valentina, a girl from his friend's family. Guided by a priest, the young main character navigates through the simple life of a small town in Spain before the outbreak of war. This story of coming-of-age lays the foundation for the broader historical narrative that will unfold in the sequel.