A book years in the making is finally here. I’m proud to announce the release of Tales from the Field—a collection of lived memories, hard‑earned lessons, and the quiet, powerful stories of the men and women who shaped the world long before any of us arrived on it.
This book began as a simple idea: preserve the voices of those who served. Not the headlines, not the textbook summaries—the human moments. The laughter in the mud. The fear behind the bravery. The friendships that outlasted the battles. The memories that stayed long after uniforms were folded away.
Over time, that idea grew into something bigger. Tales from the Field became a bridge between generations, a way to honor the people whose stories rarely make it into official histories but deserve to be remembered all the same.
What Readers Will Find Inside
The book blends:
- Firsthand accounts from veterans, reenactors, and civilians
- Personal reflections from years spent as a living historian and educator
- Snapshots of service, sacrifice, and resilience
- Moments of humor, heartbreak, and humanity that define military life
Each chapter stands on its own, but together they form a mosaic of the people who carried the weight of history on their shoulders.
Why This Book Matters
We’re losing our WWII generation. Their stories disappear one funeral at a time. This book is my attempt to hold onto them—to give future readers a chance to sit at the table, listen, and understand.
History isn’t just dates and battles. It’s people. It’s memory. It’s legacy.
Who This Book Is For
Tales from the Field is written for:
- Readers who love military history
- Families with ties to service
- Students and educators
- Anyone who believes ordinary people can live extraordinary lives
Where to Get It
Tales from the Field is now available through 1944 Publishing in both paperback and eBook formats.
A Personal Note
To everyone who shared their stories with me—thank you. To everyone who reads them—keep them alive.