William H. Armstrong (1914-1999) was an American author best recognized for his imaginative works that illuminated the human experience during times of war. Some stories are brutal and weird, whereas others creep up on you and draw you in slowly. Armstrong's works frequently examined the themes of war, bureaucracy, and the influence of military choices on civilians. He was born on September 14, 1914, in Lexington, Virginia, and died on April 11, 1999. In 1961, his book "Red-Tape and Pigeon-Hole Generals: As Seen from the Ranks During a Campaign in the Army of the Potomac" was released. The work that follows was motivated by Armstrong's personal experiences as a Civil War soldier. Armstrong's book is a critical assessment of the military system and the flaws of several high-ranking officers throughout the conflict. Through the eyes of a soldier, he sheds light on the frustrations, obstacles, and injustices which enlisted soldiers experience on the front lines. "Red-Tape and Pigeon-Hole Generals" is a moving anti-war satire which dives into the challenges of military command and the effects of institutional inefficiencies on the lives of troops.