Bob's Story

By Robert E. Patterson

When I returned from the Navy unscathed Dad said, You did the right thing, Son. I dont know how I responded to this but I knew in my own heart I had done the right thing. World War II is now ancient history and no one in todays world cares much whether I served or not, but I do!

• Language: English
• Publisher: AuthorHouse
• Release date: Nov 8, 2012
• ISBN: 9781477286319

Robert E. Patterson

I was born May 27, 1925. The home I lived in then with my parents had no plumbing or electricity. The home I live in today is air-conditioned, has a computer, a flat screen TV, a microwave oven, a cell phone on the table, and a newspaper talking about space exploration. By the grace of God I survived two years of military service in World War II. Medical science brought me through cancer, open-heart surgery, and a stroke. Recalling some of my time has been a journey that has taken me quite a long time to complete. I’m happy to share the journey with you. I hope you will enjoy it.

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