Tough-talking New Yorker and misfit who joins the 69th for WWI glory. Initially arrogant and cowardly, his mistakes cause the deaths of two soldiers, leading to his court-martial. After a near-death experience and witnessing Father Duffy's faith, he redeems himself by operating a mortar and ultimately sacrificing his life to save Sergeant Big Mike Wynn from a grenade.
They are connected as members of the 69th regiment, although no direct interaction is specified.
Jerry joins the 69th, and Joyce Kilmer is identified as a real member of the same regiment.
Father Duffy actively seeks Jerry's moral and personal redemption.
Father Duffy believes there is something more in Jerry Plunkett and begs the commanding officer to give him one more chance.
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