Sometimes I Wish the War Had Never Ended

This is a story of a young American life during WWII. Jack McCalister comes of age through his true tale of military training and combat. Only 17 when he enlisted in the Army Air Corps, he went on to become a distinguised WWII bombardier and combat veteran. With vivid detail and astounding clarity McCalister puts the reader in his shoes as he leaves his family behind and goes through basic training, flight school, and eventually into combat. McCalister gives a charming description of all his fellow soldiers - especially the ones who helped him get through his military experience. He pays specific homage to these men for their bravery, courage, and selfless patriotism. Most of the stories and characters are serious and serve a moral purpose but others are laugh out loud funny. A story of American courage and triumph, McCalister's life parallels that of the United States during a turbulent and sacrificial time in U.S. history.