The Children of Huang Shi is based on a true story and it follows the character of George Hogg, a young British journalist who travels to China to cover the Second Sino-Japanese War. When he arrives in China, he witnesses the horrors of war and the dire situation of the country's children who have been left orphaned as a result.
Hogg decides to help, and with the help of an Australian nurse, Lee Pearson, he sets up a school in Huang Shi, a remote village in northern China. The school becomes a refuge for the children, providing them with food, shelter, and education.
However, the situation becomes more difficult as the Japanese attacks intensify and the village becomes a target. Hogg and Lee must now find a way to lead the children across the mountains to safety, in a journey that puts their lives at risk.
As the group faces numerous challenges, including hunger, exhaustion, and danger, they begin to form a close bond and become a family. Along the way, they are helped by a Chinese communist guerrilla group, led by Yang, who becomes a friend to Hogg and offers their support.
The Children of Huang Shi is a powerful story about bravery, humanity, and the resilience of the human spirit in times of crisis. It is a touching tribute to the children who suffered during the war, and the individuals who risked their lives to save them.