In the midst of the tumultuous days of World War II, the clatter of boots and the hum of distant artillery, there existed a tale not often told. It was a tale of valor and camaraderie, but most remarkably, it was a tale told through the keen eyes and perked ears of a stray dog.
In the year 1942, as the United States braced itself for the trials of war, a scrappy canine found himself wandering the roads of Georgia. One fateful day, his path intersected with a group of spirited U.S. Army soldiers marching from Camp Toccoa to the bustling city of Atlanta.
As the soldiers trudged along, their boots kicking up dust in the Georgia sun, they spotted our canine friend. Despite their fatigue, their hearts warmed to the sight of the scruffy pup. In that moment, he became more than just a stray dog; he became a symbol of hope and companionship in the face of adversity. He became Draftee.
Through the eyes of Draftee, the reader experiences the thrill of adventure, the bonds of friendship, and the unyielding spirit of the soldiers who fought for freedom.
Author Chris Langlois is a storyteller with a penchant for the extraordinary, but more than that, he is the grandson of Easy Company medic Eugene Roe. Chris’s words along with Dawn Secord’s illustrations breathe life into this story. Through the pages, Langlois honoured not only his grandfather’s legacy but also the countless heroes who served alongside him. In a world torn apart by war, Draftees tale reminded us that courage knows no bounds and that even the smallest among us can make a difference in the fight for freedom.
