About the Author

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John Herron is associate dean in the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. He is also the associate director of UMKC's Honors College and a professor in the Department of History. He holds a Ph.D. in history and maintains a research interest in American social, cultural, and environmental history.

Mary Ann Wynkoop retired from the University of Missouri-Kansas City as director of the American Studies Program. Author of Dissent in the Heartland, Wynkoop is a specialist in postwar American cultural history. A native Kansas Citian, she received a Ph.D. in history from Indiana University, Bloomington.

Praise For…

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This book is about the American spirit, embodied in the men and women who fought in World War II. Henry Bloch, through his early life and his decision to join the fight for freedom, especially exemplifies this spirit...Henry's story is unique but gives us insight into why we call this the Greatest Generation.
Richard B. Myers, General, USAF.(Ret.), 15th Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff