At just 15 years old, Tom Dobney was already an experienced veteran in the Royal Air Force. His story of bravery and courage is both inspiring and hilarious when you consider that most 15-year-olds today spend their time playing video games or arguing with their parents about bedtime.

Dobney’s involvement in such a violent conflict shows just how far our notions of youth have changed over the decades. While it’s true that some kids do mature faster than others, there can be no denying that it’s still quite unusual for someone so young to participate in such a destructive war.

It’s hard to imagine what psychological effects this must have had on him at such a young age, but his commitment and determination throughout the conflict surely remain an inspiration to us all. We should take a moment to remember his story as we reflect on what we can learn from his experiences – both good and bad – about morality in times of war.