The Warriors

by MR Mark a Kelly

Mark A Kelly treats us to yet another comedy-drama about his life and that of his relatives and friends who went to fight in World War II and Korea. Learn what your loved ones did when they went to war. He introduces each character with humor and insight – weaving them into stores of hardship, romance and adventure.The Warriors, begins with the outbreak of the Korean War. I chose the Navy and was rewarded with a cruise around the world on “My Uncle’s yacht,” a United States destroyer. It began with the month of February, enjoying life in the Caribbean. I felt like a tourist and they paid me to go.The world tour included the enjoyable sights of Hawaii, Hong Kong, Singapore, Ceylon, Greece, Italy, France, Barcelona, Spain and both the Panama and Suez Canals. Twice I visited my brother in Tokyo, experiencing Japanese life as few Westerners ever will. Several hair raising experiences occurred in Korea.Along the way I learned to be a helmsman and steered our ship through a scary five long day typhoon of the coast of Japan. What a trip!These stories are written from the perspective of an older teenager as I remember them. I tried not to take myself too seriously. Looking back I realized many people influenced, guided and helped me through the years. This book is a tribute to all of them. I hope you enjoy the read, as much as I enjoyed writing it.

346 pages, Paperback

Published August 10, 2016