Examines the fateful battles of Latrun - fought during Israel's 1948 War of Independence - and explores the myths those battles spawned. Through the lens of the story of Latrun, the film seeks to understand the power and influence of myth in a nation such as Israel, and how those myths impact the country's ability to forge a true peace with its neighbors. Explores early Israeli history leading up to the battle of Latrun, the issues behind the decision to fight, and what really happened in the field.