Seems like the brass are always in a hurry and the squad's next mission is no exception. But this one holds a little surprise.

With two noncombatants to protect, Saunders leads his men into No Man's Land and German held territory on another dangerous mission.

While the squad is getting to know Yank, Morrie is getting to know them as he takes advantage of their rare day off. ***Remembering all who served and those who never made it home. Memorial Day 2023.***

As if holding their front lines while being outnumbered wasn't enough to stress Saunders and his men, a new wrinkle gets folded into their lives as they fight in the hills and towns of France.

With Kirby rescued and safe, Saunders needs to concentrate on getting the two of them back to their billet on time. After a turbulent night, what more could possibly happen?

The squad sets out on a reconnaissance mission with a ninety-day-wonder in tow.

Saunders and the squad get a few hours of well-deserved R&R in town. What could possibly go wrong? ***Remembering Vic Morrow on what would have been his 94th birthday. Happy Valentines Day everyone. FYI my story Unconditional is an actual Valentine story for Saunders.***

Snippets, shorts, bits of stories that aren't going to go into anything more substantial. Based on a picture, based on an idea from the show or based on where my imagination decided to take me. Enjoy these little moments with the guys!

Doc is separated from the squad and is forced to survive on his own for a while. Like a ghost at dusk, will he fade from existance?

Hot food, cold showers, great French wine, and a visit from the Red Cross Donut Dollies. Is First squad pushing its luck? ***in memory of Susan Rodriguez...kirbysbabe...for being a good friend, mentor and proofer. She's touched so many lives and left a hole in our hearts.***

Totally exhausted and weary from monotonous patrols and endless rations, First squad is hoping for a little change in their luck.

With Billy Nelson wounded and sent home, Saunders could use an experienced replacement. The new man should be an easy fit, but something isn't quite right. Perhaps he, too, has been wounded by the war.

Still struggling with his emotional loss, Saunders has to keep his head focused on the war as he leads his men on a patrol. ***My apologies for the lateness. Dealing with a bit of a medical issue, so things might not be on time for a little while. Bear with me, and thanks for being loyal readers.

Sergeant Saunders is struggling with his loss as he returns to his unit and his men, needing to somehow get his head back into the war.

Saunders leaves the little English town of Boddington, struggling with his grief, shock and pain. This story picks up where the series episode The Furlough ends.

The squad has been taken prisoner, and it's up to Kirby and an injured Saunders to work together to find a way to free them.

Once again, Sergeant Saunders finds himself depending on Kirby to help him get the squad out of a seemingly impossible situation. ***This is my 50th published story***

Saunders' and the squad's simple mission to clear a small hamlet grows more complicated...and dangerous...with each passing minute.

Once again Sergeant Saunders discovers that war...as well as life...can be both complicated and brutal. ***This is my 50th story written***

The squad's position seems pretty bleak, especially since it looks like Private Price may be their only hope.

The squad is given a tough mission. What will it cost to complete it?

After a few days of rest, Saunders is given an unusual assignment that could very well turn deadly.

Saunders is unexpectedly handed a major mission that threatens to overwhelm him and place scores of lives in danger. With so much at stake, the sergeant intends to succeed...no matter what. ***Happy 4th of July***

In spite of Saunders' misgivings, the sergeant seems to be inevitably headed toward fulfilling Kirby's prediction.

First squad seems to be getting one "easy" patrol after another that never turn out quite that easy...especially for Saunders. ***In remembrance on this 78th anniversary of D-Day.