On the border with Belgium – France

Unfortunately, I rarely have time to write, and when I do, it is only briefly. Therefore, please do not be concerned if you do not hear from me for eight to fourteen days. I have not yet received a letter from you. I have experienced and seen a great deal. The war has already claimed the lives of many officers in our cavalry unit. The local residents are particularly hostile towards us. Wolfram was killed by them, and Lothar is also here in Belgium.