brooches and other ornaments are made if fine silver wire. While in the factory I had a solid lump of gold in my hand, it was small very heavy and worth over £200, I felt very rich for a couple of seconds. A soon as I finish this I am going into Cairo, with my truck, to bring leave chaps back to camp, and will probably have to do three or four trips, so I will not be getting into the old cot until after midnight. Jim Lennox and Mark Blackie both send their regards to all of you at home. I am going to the pictures (in camp) with them, tomorrow night. I have not heard from George Troon since he went to Italy recently, but will be getting a note, any day now. I had a letter from a mate in Advance Base last night, and he said they had over a foot of snow. I am glad I am over here. Will have to say cheerio now old dear, space is limited. Lots of love and kisses and good luck. Your loving brother. Eric