In Iron Camels, we are transported to the North African desert during World War II, where Lieutenant Colonel Steve Carey of the Army Transportation Corps is tasked with a critical mission. The sounds of steam locomotives echo through the night as Carey and his men work diligently to lay tracks and supply the front lines with ammunition. The narrative emphasizes the importance of transportation in warfare, illustrating how every gallon of gasoline and every shell must reach the troops to be effective. As the artillery fire grows closer, the tension mounts, hinting at the impending danger.