While the war tears Europe apart, Liz answers the call to battle as a pilot in the Royal Air Force. Philip, her childhood friend and superior, is in a position of authority to stop her, but Liz is determined. Afraid to lose her, Philip proclaims his love for her before she leaves for a dangerous reconnaissance mission in enemy territory. He proposes, giving her his grandmother's ring. Will these two lovers find each other or will the war destroy the greatest love each has ever known?