This novelty of being a prisoner of war will no doubt wear off soon. But at present, being a “green” “kregie” it is a lazy man’s idea of heaven - with few exceptions. So far it hasn't been too trying though needless to say i can think of other places i would rather be.

Our daily schedule is very simple having only two formations which are compulsory - morning and evening appells at 0930 and 1700 respectively. At this time a German major walked around a hollow square formed by us lined up to formation in blocks. This only takes only a few minutes and serves as a diversion during the day.

immediately preceding morning appell we have breakfast and i mean immediately for we stay in bed