We were ready to take the second class trade test, which would take place back in the UK at Larkhill. We were told that only one re-sit would be allowed and no extra pay until after two years. As no one wanted to sign on for three years, by midday all except a couple of regulars failed and we were given warrants, ration cards and told to go home and report to Liverpool Street station a week later for return to Germany.
Goodge Street Deep Shelter
Not being satisfied with a week’s leave, Len Lynch who had been at Erith Technical college with me and remained with me through National Service, contrived to keep getting to the back of the queue for the train until the train was full. [Read more…]
Our Final Leave and Final Thoughts
A final fourteen day leave was permitted in the UK or slightly longer at a rest area in The Harz Mountains – Who was foolish enough to turn down a free skiing holiday? [Read more…]
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