Jack’s Story – Media & Interview Talking Points

About Jack’s Story

  • Jack’s Story is a true WWII memoir based on more than 150 hidden wartime letters, official military records, and family interviews.
  • It tells the story of a young 23-year-old tank commander who took charge when his unit was trapped behind enemy lines during the Battle of the Bulge.
  • The memoir brings to life the quiet courage, leadership, and faith that defined one soldier’s experience—and honors the legacy of the Greatest Generation.

Why We Wrote It

  • To preserve a family legacy that might have otherwise been lost.
  • To give future generations a personal connection to WWII history, beyond textbooks or headlines.
  • To share the emotional journey of uncovering forgotten letters that told a story no one in the family fully knew.

Themes for Interviews or Events

  • Legacy and Family History
    Why it matters to capture stories before they’re gone—and how other families can start that process.
  • Leadership Under Fire
    The incredible true story of a soldier who took command and led his men to safety after refusing to surrender.
  • The Human Side of WWII
    What letters from the home front reveal about love, fear, hope, and the sacrifices made by soldiers and their families.
  • Personal Journey as Authors
    What it meant to research, write, and publish a family memoir—and what others can learn from the experience.

Get in Touch

We love connecting with readers, veterans, and fellow storytellers.
For media inquiries, interviews, or event requests, contact:

John and Janice Wilson