March 12, 1945

March 12,1945

Hello Folks,
   I’ve not much time today so one of these little letters will be my limit. I wouldn’t even try to get this to you if I didn’t want to tell you something. You may already know it by this time, though, if you noticed the address. If you didn’t notice it before, look at the upper right corner of this page.1He had been promoted to Sergeant - bypassing the rank of Corporal. Apparently this wasn't unusual in front line units, which needed to fill holes in squad leadership. What might be a bit unusual is that, based on later letters, he doesn't seem to have moved into a squad leader role - he continues doing radio work. According to his veteran's records his promotion was to Communications Chief.
   If this is my last letter for a few days, and no doubt it will be, I’ll be busy again. Little vacations are wonderful but they can’t last forever. A chance to rest up a little, eat some hot food instead of cold rations, and go to church is about all we have a chance for. But even that much really helps a lot. Of course we also try to write a few letters.
   Let’s still keep trusting in the Lord to bring us together soon. With His help we’ll be seeing each other. Keep praying and I’ll do the same.
Lots of love,
  Donald