Naval Historywith Dr. Alex

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Writing believable officer and NCO relationships

Glynn's account of writing Peacekeepers of Sol links believable rank relationships to military reading and observation.

Military FictionMilitary HistoryMilitary LeadershipNon-Commissioned Officers
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Question

How did Glynn develop the officer and NCO relationships in Peacekeepers of Sol, and are they realistic?

Short answer

Military history, military fiction, and observation informed relationships that are judged realistic.

Notes

Glynn credits extensive reading in military fiction and military history, together with attention to people, for the officer and NCO relationships in Peacekeepers of Sol. Alex judges those working relationships realistic. Cooperation between the ranks is something a writer can learn through examples and observation.