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This diary was written so that self-awareness and positive reinforcement would become effective tools of living and moving forward. It was written so influential and powerful African Americans who have made it in this society would be inclined to reach out to those young black minds screaming for help.

A look into the twists and turns of a young immigrant woman searching for a better life in America after surviving the Armenian Genocide in 1915.

Table of Contents Part 1. A. LeRoy’s early years in Panaca, Nevada B. Childhood Pictures of Roy and Family Part 2. A. LeRoy’s education at Lincoln County High School and University of Nevada in Reno B. Pictures and mementos of Roy’s high school experiences and graduation in 1940 C. A few of Roy’s University of Nevada at Reno Texts Part 3. A. Roy’s service in the 394th Regiment, 99th Battalion of the 9th Army in World War II B. 3 Jan 1943 near Krae Creek in the Elsenubuchel Forest and afterwards C. The site of Roy’s death as it looks today with pictures by David W Free Part 4. Bruce M Wadsworth, veteran of the Korean War, in memoriam

"This book is riveting! Charming writing style. Kazie is the type of a person you'd want as a friend. My Dear Covid-19 Diary scores a perfect 5 out of 5!" - Writer's Digest "A True Story of Survival" This is a story for everyone! A heartbreaking & heartwarming tale of life, love and the will to survive. A personal note from the author: Dear Reader, I hope that you and your family are well. Through this historic catastrophic event, we need each other more than ever before. Divided we may fall. But together we are stronger and more likely to defeat the beast knocking at our doors. This is not only mine and Franky's story, but yours too. You don't know me & Franky, b ...

This story is based on the experiences of Rafael Rivera Gaytan, who grew up in northern Mexico during the Great Depression. The stories in this book begin as experiences of a five year-old boy and continues until he is 17 years of age, spanning a time period from 1930 to 1942. The Rivera Gaytan family originally moved to Nuevo Laredo from Parras de la Fuente to the lure of agricultural jobs in the United States. However, the Great Depression and the drought that led to the "Dust Bowl" destroyed the hopes of a better life for the family. Lack of jobs on either side of the border forced them to move to Monterrey from Nuevo Laredo where they began a new life. It was also the beginning ...

Cecil E. "Ike" Bell is a WWII veteran who was the lone survivor when his plane was shot down over German occupied France. His story of escape, survival and reunion will keep you on the edge of your seat.