The Forgotten Soldier

The Forgotten Soldier is an autobiographical account, by German World War 2 veteran Guy Sajer, the focus of the book is on the Eastern front of World War 2. Sajer was born in Alsace to a German mother and a French father. Sajer's book has garnered much controversy over the years as to the accuracy of the events depicted with proponents heavily arguing both sides.

A film adaption was announced in 2008, director Paul Verhoeven and writer Michael Beckner are currently attached to the project.