From Headquarters: Odd Tales Picked up in the Volunteer Service

"From Headquarters: Odd Tales Picked up in the Volunteer Service" by James A. Frye offers a window into the funny and strange moments of volunteer military life during the late 1800s. The stories, based on the author's own adventures, highlight the friendships, unusual characters, and one-of-a-kind situations soldiers found themselves in. Frye sets the stage by explaining that these tales are meant to be fun and lighthearted glimpses into military life, not exact history lessons, and he defends the reputation of those who volunteer. Beginning with the introduction to "The Pluck of Captain Pender, C.S.N.," the book creates a lively scene at a soldier hangout called The Battery, showcasing the author’s fondness for the personalities and adventures within the military world, all told with a sense of humor.