Ishmael

Ishmael, the protagonist of the story is an amazing boy who has been through so much drama in his life that it makes me think about life in the African continent. Ishmael has fought through 3 years as a child soldier until he was rescued by UNICEF. Ishmael starts off living happily with his friends and family, listening/performing rap, and just living his life without any problems until the RUF invaded his village which separates him from his family. He then travels with his friends to find a safe place. Sadly, Ishmael goes off alone and separates from his friends after another RUF rebel attack. If I was Ishmael, I would join the RUF willingly because it provides food and fresh clothes until UNICEF saves you. So everything would be beneficial.