Fables of Field and Staff

A collection of lively, semi‑mythical tales follows a volunteer infantry regiment as it idles through peaceful days. Narrated by a newly arrived officer, the stories blend the ordinary—mess hall chatter, lazy afternoons on the Battery—with the extraordinary, hinting at legends that have grown around the unit over decades. The tone is both affectionate and wry, inviting listeners to share in the camaraderie and quirks of military life far from the battlefield.

Among the characters are Sam, the veteran gunner who sleeps soundly in his own little box, and Dr. Sawin, the surgeon known as Bones, who drifts in with a pipe and a cryptic “Ali Baba” anecdote passed down through generations. A beloved horse named Acme, a long oak table crowded with mugs and pipe tobacco, and the ever‑present clatter of wheels on stone streets create a vivid backdrop for each fable. The stories feel like a friendly round of drinks, where old yarns are tossed around as freely as the smoke.

Listeners will be drawn into the regiment’s easy‑going world, hearing the rustle of uniforms, the murmur of gossip, and the occasional burst of absurdity. The first act sets the stage for a series of amusing episodes that celebrate tradition, humor, and the unique spirit of volunteer soldiers, making the experience both entertaining and oddly nostalgic.