The true narratives in this book are told in an informative and often light-hearted style. This storyteller shares reminiscences that are often filled with excitement. The reader is offered an opportunity to relive the romance of a time gone from today's world. You are invited to enjoy this young man's unfettered life before joining the U.S. Navy. You can experience some amazing encounters with nature, war, and men at work in Ship Repair AD 40 on an island in the South Pacific. In the end, share in the fulfillment of one of the writer's lifelong dreams. This trip through time is not so much about the war, but World War II is part of the fabric of the story. Travel through this world that was--a world of humor, pathos, amazement, and adventure.
About the Author:
Dolph Brostrom was born in Newcastle, Australia in 1921. He was working in the shipyards and attending college part time when his world was shattered by the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Dolph decided to join the Navy and served until the end of World War II. After the war, he joined the Fire Department in Oakland, California, but was recalled to active duty during the Korean conflict and served with Navy Patrol Bomber Squadron VP-871 in Japan and Korea. Dolph finished his career with the Oakland Fire Department. Dolph has been married twice, raised five children, and helped with two grandchildren. He currently lives in Temecula, California, and enjoys family, traveling and fishing. He is so enthused about the response to his first book that he has already begun his second.
About the Author:
Dolph Brostrom was born in Newcastle, Australia in 1921. He was working in the shipyards and attending college part time when his world was shattered by the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor. Dolph decided to join the Navy and served until the end of World War II. After the war, he joined the Fire Department in Oakland, California, but was recalled to active duty during the Korean conflict and served with Navy Patrol Bomber Squadron VP-871 in Japan and Korea. Dolph finished his career with the Oakland Fire Department. Dolph has been married twice, raised five children, and helped with two grandchildren. He currently lives in Temecula, California, and enjoys family, traveling and fishing. He is so enthused about the response to his first book that he has already begun his second.
