In an age of tyranny, the courage to stand up for liberty is priceless... In 2049, the world has become a different place. China has surpassed the United States as the world's major superpower; Europe is in economic shambles, and Germany considers leaving the European Union as protest against bailing out the EU multiple times. The United States has changed as well. The President is a cold, ruthless man intent on ruling the world under his One World Government concept. The rights and " freedoms" of individuals have been suppressed, taxation has become oppressive, and the economy is in shambles. Unions force individuals to become members, only to line the pockets of the union executives. Small businesses are almost nonexistent due to government red tape and " crony capitalism." In the South, a small coalition of politicians, intent on returning " liberty," begin to talk of a revolt against the federal government. Kirk Dillon is a retired Army officer turned writer living with his high school age son in a small town east of Cincinnati. Kirk has spent his life standing up for " liberty" and " freedom," only to become disgusted at what has become of his once great nation. When Kirk's son is taken by the national police for "reeducation," Kirk swings into action. Accompanied by his longtime friend Matt Pickett, Kirk rescues his son. Pursued relentlessly by the national police, the trio embark on a perilous journey south in an effort to escape to " freedom."