The Bagram Bastards

By Joe Palumbo

At Bagram Airfield in 2003, Sergeant J.T. Curtis and his platoon face the harsh realities of war-dangerous convoys, constant threats, and the loss of friends. But amid the chaos, they find an unexpected outlet: a makeshift baseball field in the middle of a desert war zone. What starts as a way to pass the time becomes a symbol of camaraderie, resilience, and hope.

When Curtis meets Safi, a fourteen-year-old Afghan boy with a missing hand, their unlikely friendship transcends cultural and personal barriers. Through baseball, they discover trust, courage, and the power of second chances.

The Bagram Bastards is a gripping and heartfelt novella about war, friendship, and the enduring spirit of the human heart-proving that even in the darkest places, hope can take root.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HNY6517C
• ISBN13: 9798182944663
• Release Date: October 2026
• Publisher: Word Spark Publishing
• Length: 196 Pages
• Weight: 0.59 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"