Coming home

Uncle Nick – a wonderful homecoming

As I think back, one of the most vivid memories of my childhood was the day my Uncle Nick returned from World War II. It was only a few weeks following V-J Day, and his homecoming was spectacular. There were ticker-tape victory parades through the heart of Manhattan, but I was still considered too young to attend them. Nick’s return was the occasion for a wild and exuberant block party. I remember the music, the singing, the dancing and the sweet aroma of the many kegs of beer scattered along the street for the benefit of partygoers. I recall being impressed...

 

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