This is the story of Irv Koltnow, related by his “kid” brother and includes early recollections and also documents Irv’s military career. The author describes this story as a labor of love. He interviewed many friends and family members and found “a needle in the haystack” when he was led to a survivor who shared fox holes with his brother during the war. He got to interview Joe Byrd, whose memory of life in the military and his adventures with Irv during the many battles after 63 years, was magnificent.