The response to 'The Greatest Generation' and the books that followed has been one of the most satisfying experiences of my life.

It is, I believe, the greatest generation any society has ever produced.

The greatest generation was formed first by the Great Depression. They shared everything - meals, jobs, clothing.

The greatest discovery of my generation is that man can alter his life simply by altering his attitude of mind.

Tom Broderick in so many ways embodies the best qualities of his generation. He was gravely wounded, but once he got over the initial understandable anger, he set out to be the best husband, father, businessman, and citizen he could be ? sight or not sight.

If you happened to be born on third base, you didn't rub it in the face of the guy who wasn't even born in the stadium. Self-interest was generally checked at the door with your coat and hat.