I’m commissioning a historically grounded narrative told in the voice of Colonel Robert Waller as he campaigns through the First Afghan War (1839-1842). The finished piece should read like a memoir: vivid scene-setting, personal reflections, and strategic observations that stay faithful to documented events, places, and timelines while still flowing like compelling literature. Scope • Length: roughly 4,000–6,000 words, structured as continuous prose rather than an academic paper. • Point of view: strict first-person; every detail must feel like Waller’s own memory or diary entry. • Research depth: weave in verified dates, troop movements, key figures (e.g., Sir William Nott, Shah Shujah), and the shifting political context without slipping into textbook exposition. • Tone: officer-scholar—measured, insightful, occasionally candid about fears, doubts, and battlefield realities. Acceptance criteria • Historically accurate references with inline cues (footnotes or endnote numbers) and a short source list. • No anachronistic language or modern colloquialisms. • Final document delivered in editable Word format, ready for copy-edit. If you love blending meticulous research with engaging storytelling, this brief should feel tailor-made for you.