The Terminal Private

Rating:
Summary: Adventures in 1943 Basic Training
Review: An honest and sincere autobiographical account of Mr. Pergolizzi's experiences, during basic training: state-side in 1943. This is NOT a sanitized version of events. Closer, I'd bet, to how it really was for many servicemen. He's telling it straight from the shoulder, and pulling no punches.

There are many funny situations.. He's helping to put on a play for the troops, giving bugle lessons, creating mayhem in local drinking establishments, gambling, doing lots of KP, and romancing his share of women. From Camp Edwards, to Fort Brady, to the Air Corps Basic Training Center #10 in Greensboro, N.C., to Dickenson College in Carlisle, Pa., to Fort Picket, Va, and finally to Fort Hamilton, N.Y.

I enjoyed reading this book. It may be rough in places, but it's also funny and entertaining, with a great cast of characters, lovingly portrayed. And Carl is in the middle, trying to make sense of his situation, and trying very hard to survive.

God bless you Carl...

Rating:
Summary: Carl Brings You To 1940's America With Honesty and Wit
Review: Mr. Pergolizzi reintroduces us to Norman Rockwell's war-time America from the perspective of a young "wet-behind-the-ears" soldier in The Terminal Private. Carl is honest and witty, bringing us through the paces along with his private who is disillusioned and defeated as well as educated and inspired. Educational and entertaining, The Terminal Private is a "must read" for anyone interested in World War II.

Rating:
Summary: Carl Brings You To 1940's America With Honesty and Wit
Review: Mr. Pergolizzi reintroduces us to Norman Rockwell's war-time America from the perspective of a young "wet-behind-the-ears" soldier in The Terminal Private. Carl is honest and witty, bringing us through the paces along with his private who is disillusioned and defeated as well as educated and inspired. Educational and entertaining, The Terminal Private is a "must read" for anyone interested in World War II.