A Patriot's Memoirs of WW2, Through my eyes, heart, and soul
“A Patriot’s Memoirs of World War II” is about a small town boy who had to grow up fast. Louis writes about his experiences of World War II. The trials and challenges he faced are shared in this book. He tells of his journey from the time of his induction to the time he arrived home from the war.
Among his experiences were landing with the third wave on D-Day on Omaha Beach, fighting at the Battle of the Bulge and witnessing the signing of the Instrument of Surrender at the Little Red Schoolhouse. He also tells of a love story about meeting the girl of his dreams in France during the war.
About the author
It was January 1943 when twenty-year-old Louis Graziano received a letter from Uncle Sam ordering him to report to Fort Niagara, New York, for a physical. Although he knew the United States was at war, he had no idea what was ahead of him. After making a promise to dutifully defend his country, Louis never realized how much his military experience would change the course of his life.
In a memoir that reveals the good, bad, and ugly of war and beyond, Louis leads others through his life experiences via personal stories and historical photographs that provide a candid glimpse into what it was like to be a young soldier before, during, and after World War II.
While revealing his experiences and thoughts, Louis demonstrates how he exhibited courage amid heartbreaking loss, trusted God to protect him, and found love with a beautiful fellow soldier. Among his documented experiences were landing with the third wave on D-Day on Omaha Beach, fighting the Battle of the Bulge, and witnessing the signing of the Instrument of Surrender at the Little Red Schoolhouse. Included are personal letters and commendations as well as interesting historical facts.
A Patriot’s Memoirs of World War II shares a veteran’s personal story and photographs that document his experiences during the biggest and deadliest war in history.