A deeply religious farmer and draft board chairman who raised his twin sons believing their mother had died. After losing his fortune, he refuses Cal's lucrative bean profits, deeming them unethical war profiteering. Devastated by Aron's enlistment and subsequent departure, Adam suffers a paralyzing stroke. He eventually speaks one last time to Cal, instructing him to care for him.
The nurse is hired to care for the paralyzed Adam.
The sheriff notifies Adam about Aron's enlistment.
Abra advocates for Adam to reconcile with Cal.
Adam and Kate were married before she abandoned the family.
Adam is Aron's biological father and favors his dutiful nature.
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