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We owe a debt of gratitude to our parents and the millions of other men and women who served in World War Two: members of what has been called "The Greatest Generation." Noted International Author and Personal Historian Kathleen Shelby Boyett honors six veterans of the war in this book by sharing their stories of life and of war, and of their dreams after the war was over. Come lay communication lines across the Himalayas with Private John Ballard, parachute into Europe with Major Fordyce Gorham, tend the wounded soldier with Captain Nell Mertins, fly through the flak-filled skies of the Pacific with Lt. Leo Horvath, set up weather stations in Brazil with Lieutenant Don Pemberton, and battle through Italy with Warrant Officer Elmo Brock. Come and honor these special veterans.
This book honors six veterans of World War Two, sharing their experiences of combat, their lives during the war, and their aspirations for the future. Kathleen Shelby Boyett, an international author and personal historian, presents the stories of these individuals, highlighting their contributions to what is known as "The Greatest Generation." The narratives cover diverse experiences, from communication work in the Himalayas to combat flights in the Pacific, and from tending to the wounded to setting up vital weather stations.
The book is presented as a tribute to the veterans of World War Two, focusing on their personal stories and post-war dreams. The author's background as an international author and personal historian suggests a narrative approach that emphasizes individual experiences and historical context. The structure of the book, focusing on six distinct veterans, indicates a collection of biographical sketches rather than a single overarching historical analysis. The content is likely to appeal to readers interested in personal accounts of wartime experiences and the legacy of "The Greatest Generation."
Page Count:
232
Publication Date:
2016-01-01
ISBN-10:
1540512479
ISBN-13:
9781540512475
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