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Want to read about what life was like for an American soldier during World War II? This book provides excerpts from a soldier's letters home, including his Army training at various camps throughout the United States and his service in the European theater. It functions as a memoir of the author's father, who hailed from Detroit. It's intended to appeal to military veterans and others who are interested in military history or the social history of the era. The book is organized thematically so readers can skip to areas they're interested in, including army life, weapons, recreation, food and drink, romance, religion and contemporary references. It also provides his perspectives on his tour of England, Germany and France, including a special chapter on French women.

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Pam Berry is a seasoned writer and editor who published her first book, Sharing a Soldier's Stories: World War II Letters from a GI, after reflecting on her father's experiences in World War II. Prior to writing the book, she was a senior communications specialist at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. She lives in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, with her husband Alan.

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