Ordinary Heroes: Untold Stories of World War Two

by Stephen Wagner, Sharon Wells Wagner (Contributor)

Ordinary Heroes: Untold Stories of World War Two is an extraordinary account of one of history’s greatest conflicts: World War II. Told through the eyes of its participants, Ordinary Heroes is a compelling collection of true stories woven into a single narrative, spanning the entire war. The result of more than sixty interviews, this is a story about enlisted men - ordinary men who grew up on farms and in small towns. When these men were called upon to serve their country, each one rose to the challenge and made the sacrifice for the greater good. They confronted and survived the horrors of war. They went to war to protect our nation. Serving on the ground, in the air, and on the sea, each in his own remarkable way. Each one ordinary. All of them heroes.

430 pages, Paperback

First published August 22, 2008

About the author

Stephen Wagner was born in Reading, Pennsylvania. Following his early interests, he studied history and filmmaking in school. As an entrepreneur, he has worked as a graphic designer, photographer, author, and publisher. His first book, Ordinary Heroes, was co-authored with Sharon Wells Wagner and features war stories from over sixty veterans near his hometown. His second, Forgotten Widow, has gathered attention from aviation enthusiasts worldwide for its portrayal of the historic recovery of the world's only soon-to-be-flying P-61 Black Widow night fighter.

Reviews

[John Nevola · Rating 5 out of 5]

The only thing worse than dying is being forgotten!

Sharon Wells Wagner and Steve Wagner made sure at least some of the warriors who fought and won World War II would never be forgotten. The authors' tribute to them, as written in "Ordinary Heroes", is a deeply compelling series of memoirs from the men who were there and survived. Silent for years, many of them felt a latent responsibility to finally share their emotions and experiences. And the authors brilliantly captured these recollections and emotional memories.

Not only is the book an easy and interesting read (especially for World War II buffs) but the authors did these men and posterity a great service by recording and documenting first-hand experiences that might otherwise have been lost for all time.

Over 60 pages of vintage World War II photographs round out this book which is a must read for anyone interested in what made the Greatest Generation tick.

John E. Nevola
Author of The Last Jump: A Novel of World War II

[Jim Boden · Rating 4 out of 5]

Truly,they are heroes!!!

Thanks to all the heroes and their families mentioned in this book. The people of your nation will be forever in debt to you..