Sergeant Kennedy's World War II Diary

About the Book

This is a journal spanning from October 30, 1942 to October 29th 1945 through which the author recounts his days abroad serving in the U.S. Army during WWII. Kennedy begins his memoir by admitting to a reluctance toward fighting in the war before bringing readers down a path fraught with detailed descriptions of life aboard a warship and in various countries around the world. Whether describing the war-littered desert streets of Tobruk, Africa, the grandeur of Rome, or the breathtaking sight of Capri, Italy, the author places readers deep into his penetrating remembrances. Kennedy’s forthright honesty and unique experiences will give readers insight into the harsh realities of being away from home – and a new wife – for three years, as well as an insight into the bonds of friendship and camaraderie that result from soldiers serving together. The pictures not only add a personal touch to an already moving memoir, but help readers match faces with the colorful characters about whom Kennedy writes.

About the Author

William M. Kennedy was born in Butler, Pennsylvania, graduated from Allegheny College with a degree in economics in 1941. After the war he received an MBA degree from Western Reserve University. He is a Certified Public Accountant in the State of Ohio. He established his own accounting firm in 1962 and practiced until his retirement in 1984. His only published work was several years ago – an article in the St. Petersburg Times in a section called Private Lives. He and his wife Barbara live in a retirement community in Springfield, Virginia.