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Aron Enlists in the Army from "East of Eden". Aron, unable to cope with the revelation about his mother, runs away from home. He lies about his age and enlists in the army.

Shortly after seeing Kate, late 1917

Aron Enlists in the Army

Aron, unable to cope with the revelation about his mother, runs away from home. He lies about his age and enlists in the army. He sends a postcard to his father, telling him not to worry. Adam is puzzled and hurt by Aron's abrupt departure, not understanding the reason behind it.