If you're looking for a meaningful and engaging read, the late Sybil Barnes's memoir is worth your time. Born in 1909 in Kansas City, Missouri, Sybil and her twin sister, Cecil Williams, were the daughters of Mrs. Iva Wilder Plummer. In her 1992 book, she reflects on life as a Buffalo Soldier's wife in Leavenworth, Kansas. With warmth and humor, she paints vivid scenes of cooking and cleaning for Generals, preparing elegant meals for Fort Leavenworth events, and savoring the vibrant nightlife of her community. Dedicated to her beloved twin sister Cecil, General Colin Powell, and Commander Carlton Philpot, this short book offers a rich slice of history told through her own experiences. .Sybil Barnes's book is exhibited at the Richard Allen Cultural Center and Museum in Leavenworth, Kansas.

Great-granddaughter, Victoria Chase, has revitalized this book by re-releasing and introducing it to a new generation of readers. It's a complelling read for anyone interested in African American history