New Book The War They Won Preserves the Voices of America’s WWII Veterans

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aired; August 4, 2026

On The Spark, we spoke with Peter Kistler, editor of The War They Won, a remarkable book preserving the firsthand accounts of more than 200 World War II veterans. The project began with Peter’s brother, Hobart Kistler, who spent 17 years interviewing veterans after starting the effort while still in high school. Following Hobart’s untimely death, Peter completed the manuscript, ensuring those stories would reach future generations. With fewer than 0.5% of the 16.4 million Americans who served in World War II still alive, the book serves as a lasting record of their experiences.

During our conversation, Peter explained that The War They Won is more than a collection of interviews—it’s a chronological history of World War II told through the voices of the men and women who lived it. Designed to be accessible for young adults, students, and readers without a military background, the book includes maps, photographs, explanatory footnotes, and even a “How to Interview Your Vet” guide for classrooms, journalism programs, and families interested in preserving personal history. To hear the full conversation, listen to The Spark podcast. To learn more about the book, visit TheWarTheyWon.com.