Letter 19
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The author’s English translation, machine-read from his typed copy (scan); may contain small errors
Gottingen October 11th 1940
Dear Parents.
It is our hour of repairs and polishing here and I think I managed to keep my things in good order. This Morning we had a big inspection, and afterwards on the Parade ground we were sworn into the Wehrmacht and Führer. A few times we already did some Artillery training on the guns . The short barrel guns are ok, but the long Barrel Gun is tedious and hard work. We have hour after hour Artillery lessons indoors , a lot has to be learned , drawing and writing. We made good money last week, we all got 15 Marks and 10 Marks again today. The big parcel I opened and I have to share things with my Comrades because in my small locker is no room. Some Cookies and some butter but that is all I can take. Greetings to all and also to the Gellerman Family.
Heinrich.
From: Gunner Heinrich Bredemeier, 4th Artillery Abtlg 216
Göttingen Weende.
To: H. Bredemeier Rehren,A.O. #12 Schaumburg.