This book describes the life story of John LeDoux. Born in 1924 and reared in California, this story recounts the adventures of growing up in the 20s and 30s when there was no TV or youth sports' programs. Youngsters in those days played sandlot ball, cops and robbers, cowboys and Indians, kick the can, and various other activities. There was little parental interaction but most of the time the kids did behave although the story does recount some mischievous behavior, especially on Halloween.

This fleet footed Broadmoor gang all saw service in WWII. Some did not make it home. LeDoux...