Excellent Book
Countless tragedies are associated with WWII.
Recently I came upon the story of a boy growing up in a midwestern town whose father was killed in action near the Rhein River just weeks before the conflict ended.
It's titled, "When is Daddy Coming Home," and I recommend it highly.
The writer is a retired professor of history who brings many interesting and well-researched details to the story.
Visit your library or http://www.amazon.com/When-Daddy-coming-home-American/dp/0870203649 for a copy.