Only a Glimpse

It was 1941. War had been declared on Japan, and Germany declared war on us. The entire nation was war-minded. This could be seen in the factory, heard over the radio and seen in the daily. But the thing that drew our special attention was the draft. Many a parent, wife and sweetheart had grave concerns. It was no different in Robert’s home. Will he too be called? This was the thought father and mother had with them every day. Within a few weeks Bob had to appear for his “physical”. These were...