THAT WAS SOME WAR

About the Book

The Generals, Admirals, Politicians and yes, the hero's have many stories written about them. This is about a young man drafted into the Army and his misadventures from basic training through the Battle of the Bulge.

Recollections of friendships made and friends lost, humor in the midst of miserable situations, bad food, poor equipment and sleeping in the snow on Christmas Eve in Belgium. A day-by-day description of the life of a G.I. Infantryman in the "War to end all wars."

About the Author

Roy Hoffman, a native Californian, was assigned to the 84th Infantry Division. He was awarded the Bronze Star with V device for heroism in ground combat and a second Bronze Star for meritorious achievement in ground operations. He also received a Purple Heart, the Distinguished Unit Citation and Battle Stars for Rhineland, Ardennes and Central Europe. He served in the Reserves as a 2nd Lieutenant. He resides in California.