"There we were, many of us just 18 years old, laying there hiding our tears in the dark, trying to be brave, scared to death of what could ultimately happen to us, our families, and our world." James E. Brooks served in the Navy during World War II in the early 1940's. This book is written from his perspective as an 18 year old young man. He recounts his experiences in an easy to understand format making this book a perfect introduction to the events of World War II for children and teens. People of all ages will find his memories engaging and endearing. Jimmy is indebted to the heroes and grateful for their sacrifices. He hopes his "behind the front line" perspective as a high school student drafted into war will help simplify the complex nature of World War II, and help young people develop an understanding of the wartime era and it's impact on the life of an average American family. This book is printed with a font called Dyslexie that was developed to make reading faster, easier, and more enjoyabe for all readers, especially those with dyslexsia.