War Resister Considers Himself a Soldier as He Builds New Life

"I knew I was at a turning point," 33-year-old Patrick Hart said of the wrenching ride toward the border, where he would leave his country behind. From Buffalo, Hart would cross into Canada. His parents, who were in on his secret, drove him across the Peace Bridge and delivered him to a network of Canadian supporters who welcome disillusioned US soldiers with open arms, a place to stay, and legal advice.

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