CONFIDENTIAL

BRITISH/AMERICAN.

No. 642.

Date of visit: Nov. 13th - 16th, 1944.

STALAG IV D TORGAU

        The total strength of this Stalag was given as follows:

        With the exception of the 20 British prisoners of war forming the Stalag camp staff, all prisoners are out in the 91 Working Detachments. There is no base-camp.

        As at the moment the American prisoners have not reached the number of 500, the British Chief man of confidence is acting on their behalf. This arrangement is very satisfactory.

        Having finished the inspection tour the delegate of the Protecting Power had a meeting with the Stalag Commandant and his staff, in the course of which the following questions were discussed:

                (1) The attention of the Stalag Commandant was drawn to the last paragraph of article No. 44 of the Geneva Convention and he was asked to prevent, in future, any change of men of confidence without giving them sufficient time to instruct their successors. This was granted.

                (2) The unsatisfactory state of religious activity was again taken up (please see our previous report). In the meantime a chaplain has arrived at the Stalag, but due to the lack of a suitable room at Torgau, was transferred to the Heilag Annaburg IV D/Z. Unfortunately it was not possible for the delegate of the Protecting Power to have him transferred to another camp in the Stalag area, where many more working detachments are near at hand and whereby his activity could be increased; but at least the permission to visit the commandos near Annaburg was obtained. This point will be taken up with the OKW.

                (3) Medical attention. Captain Singh, I.M.S., at present in the Helbra area, wishes to be transferred to a more suitable place, pointing out that he fears to get seriously ill, when walking day for day through snow during the coming winter. The German doctor promised to do his best to have him exchanged for an English doctor working in a lazaret. An application for the replacement of Capt. Singh will be made to the OKW by the Protecting Power.

GENERAL IMPRESSION:

        The new Stalag Commandant, Oberst Richter, seems to be a reasonable man and the understanding between him and the Chief man of confidence is stated, by the latter, to be as good as it possibly could be. RSM. Parslow is doing very efficient work on behalf of his fellow-prisoners and it is partly due to him, that conditions of working detachments in this Stalag, in general, are satisfactory.

WORKING DETACHMENTS DEPENDING ON STALAG IV D TORGAU.

Working detachment No. L 25, Lauchhammer. British

Date of visit: Nov. 13th, 1944.

Man of Confidence: Sgmn. E. JEVONS, POW. No. 228179.

I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

        The camp lies in the neighbourhood of the factory, not far from the small village of Lauchhammer. 3 open split-trenches have been built in the compound and are regarded as satisfactory.

II. CAPACITY AND PRESENT PERSONNEL

        The strength of the camp at the moment is 400 British prisoners of war, including 3 recognised NCOs volunteering for work, 4 Arabs and 1 Turk.

III. INTERIOR ARRANGEMENTS

        There are 5 wooden barracks containing sleeping- and dining-rooms. All prisoners have been supplied with two blankets. One room has been installed as work-shop for tailor, cobbler and hairdressers. Lighting and heating are satisfactory and the living quarters may be considered as adequate.

IV. WASHING AND BATHING FACILITIES  )

V. TOILET FACILITIES                                    ) satisfactory.

VI. FOOD AND COOKING                             )

VII. MEDICAL ATTENTION AND STATE OF HEALTH

        The recognised sanitator has a small but well-assorted medical outfit and attend to the light cases. Sick men can report on the daily sick-parade and are taken to a German doctor at Lauchhammer.

        Dental treatment is good, every week 3 men are allowed to go to the civilian dentist.

VIII. CLOTHING           )

XI. LAUNDRY               ) satisfactory

X. MONEY AND PAY  )

XI. CANTEEN

        There is no canteen.

XII. RELIGIOUS ACTIVITY

        Until now, the Roman Catholic padre has visited this camp once.

XIII. RECREATION AND EXERCISE

        Both, indoor entertainment and outdoor recreation are satisfactory.

XIV. MAIL

        Mail is stated to be very irregular, but not too bad.

XV. WELFARE WORK

        Nothing to report.

        Working conditions. The prisoners work in the factory of the Mitteldeutsche Stahlwerke G.m.b.H., on an average, 12 hours a day. There is no Sunday work.

XVI. COMPLAINTS

        Some minor complaints were settled on the spot.

XVII. GENERAL IMPRESSION

        Lauchhammer is a good camp.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. L 39, MUECKENBERG

British

Man of Confidence: Pte. D.J. MONTINGH, Pow. No. 224607 (Interview at Lauchhammer)

Strength of the camp: 10 British Ps.O.W. (6 South Africans, 4 English)

Nature of work: They are employed in loading and unloading wagons at the ironworks Mueckenberg. They work 60 hours a week. No complaints about work or working conditions.

Complaints: None.

WORKING DETACHMENTS No. L 101, BOCKWITZ

British

Man of Confidence: Pte. L. HOMEWOOD, Pow. No. 224886 (Interview at Lauchhammer)

Strength of the camp: 11 Ps.O.W. (10 South Africans, 1 English)

Nature of work: They work 12 hours a day in a garage at Bockwitz. There is no work on Saturday afternoon or on Sunday.

Complaints: The prisoners are repairing not only motor-cars owned by civilians, but also cars of the Wehrmacht. The Delegate of the Protecting Power protested against this kind of work. The German officer in control of this camp promised that this will be stopped at once, and in future, prisoners will be required to repair exclusively civilian cars.

        No other complaints were brought to the knowledge of the Delegate.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. L 126, BOCKWITZ

British

Man of Confidence: Pte. P.G. van BLERK, Pow. No. 225032 (Interview at Lauchhammer)

Strength of the camp: 10 Ps.O.W. (7 South Africans, 3 English)

Nature of work: They are doing the same kind of work and under the same working conditions as mentioned before in the report of working detachment Bockwitz, No. L 101

Complaints: As before, the complaint about repairing military cars will be settled at once by the German officer in control of both camps.

        There were no other complaints.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Sch 186, UEBIGAU VII

AMERICAN

Date of visit: November 13th, 1944.

Man of Confidence: L/Cpl. L.C. SCHMITT, Pow. No. 81420

I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

        This camp was opened 2 months ago, and is situated in the wood near the small town of Uebigau. The ARP trenches have not yet been finished, due to the lack of building wood. It was promised by the German authorities that the covering of the slit-trenches will be undertaken without further delay.

II. CAPACITY AND PRESENT PERSONNEL

        The strength of the camp is at the moment 99 American Prisoners of War, all working for the Reichsbahn.

III. INTERIOR ARRANGEMENTS

        There are 9 sleeping-rooms in a large wooden barrack, with double-tier beds. The stoves are still under construction and only 7 rooms can be heated at present. In the meantime, every prisoner has 3 blankets, which is regarded as sufficient.

IV. WASHING AND BATHING FACILITIES

        The wash-house is still under construction and for the time being, there are no washing facilities for the prisoners, with the exception of a weekly hot shower in a nearby camp.

V. TOILET FACILITIES

        The latrines actually in use are absolutely inadequate and strong objections have been raised by the Delegate of the Protecting Power. In reply the German authorities pointed out that new latrines are being built and will be finished within a fortnight. The Delegate could satisfy himself that the said building has been started.

VI. FOOD AND COOKING                                                )

VII. MEDICAL ATTENTION AND STATE OF HEALTH  ) good

VIII. CLOTHING

        All prisoners in this camp were captured 3 months ago on the Invasion front. Therefore, they had only summer uniforms in their possession and had to be equipped with Red Cross clothing. At the moment, every prisoner has 1 complete American outfit, but further supplies (especially underwear) are badly needed. The Red Cross will be informed of this situation by the British Chief Man of Confidence of this Stalag.

IX. LAUNDRY               )

X. MONTH AND PAY  ) in order

XI. CANTEEN

        There is no canteen in this camp.

XII. RELIGIOUS ACTIVITY

        Nothing to report.

XIII. RECREATION AND EXERCISE

        Satisfactory as regards the indoor entertainment. On Sundays, prisoners are allowed to go for a walk, as no sportsfield is at their disposal.

XIV. MAIL

        Up to now incoming mail has been very scarce.

XV. WELFARE WORK

        Nothing to report.

        Working conditions: The prisoners are working 9 hours a day for the Reichsbahn, with the exception of Saturday afternoon and Sunday, when no work is demanded.

XVI. COMPLAINTS

        Apart from the complaints mentioned under the various points above, no other requests were put forward to the Delegate of the Protecting Power.

XVII. GENERAL DESCRIPTION [Note: This should probably be General Impression]

        At present the camp makes a very unsatisfactory impression, which will last as long as the different annexes of the camp are not constructed, i.e. wash-house, latrines, stoves.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Be 7, DUEBEN

British

Date of visit: November 13th, 1944.

Man of Confidence: Cpl. G. LANBRIANDIS, Pow. No. 10503.

I. GENERAL IMPRESSION

        The camp consists of a big stone building, with no compound at all and no air-raid shelters. It was said that prisoners are taken immediately to a nearby shelter when alarm is sounded.

II. CAPACITY AND PRESENT PERSONNEL

        The strength of the detachment is as follows:

                English     34

                Cypriots   61

                Arab          1

                Total        96 including 2 NCOs volunteering for work.

III. INTERIOR ARRANGEMENTS

        The first and second floor of the building are arranged as sleeping quarters, where English and Cypriots are kept separated. Every man has 2 blankets. Lighting and heating are satisfactory.

IV. WASHING AND BATHING FACILITIES

        These are very poor in this camp. The Germans were asked to make arrangements whereby every man could have, at least, one hot shower a week at the factory. This was promised.

V. TOILET FACILITIES

        Toilet facilities are so primitive that the Delegate had to request for immediate improvements.

VI. FOOD AND COOKING                                                )

VII. MEDICAL ATTENTION AND STATE OF HEALTH  ) in order

VIII. CLOTHING                                                                  )

IX. LAUNDRY

        There is no running water in the camp. The pump installed delivers dirty water. The water position, and therefore the laundry, must be considered as inadequate.

X. MONEY AND PAY

        Correct.

XI. CANTEEN

        No canteen.

XII. RELIGIOUS ACTIVITY

        Nothing to report.

XIII. RECREATION AND EXERCISE

        On Sunday the prisoners may play football or go out for a walk, whichever they prefer.

XIV. MAIL

        Mail is fairly regular.

XV. WELFARE WORK

        Nothing to report.

        Working conditions: The men work in a machine-factory, 12 hours a day. There is no work on Saturday afternoon or on Sunday.

XVI. COMPLAINTS

        1) There is no drinking water in the camp.

        2) The Cypriots asked for permission to be employed inside the factory during the winter, a request which was granted by the German authorities.

XVII. GENERAL IMPRESSION

        This is a very unsatisfactory camp, especially regarding washing and toilet facilities. The German authorities have been informed that, should conditions not be improved on occasion of our next visit, the Protecting Power would request the G.H.C. to have this camp transferred to better quarters.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Be 1, ZSCHORNEWITZ

British

Date of visit: November 14th, 1944.

Man of Confidence: Sgt. R.L. WHITTARER, Pow. No. 229443

I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

        The camp consists of 2 barracks, situated in a large compound near the factory. There are very good air-raid shelters.

II. CAPACITY AND PRESENT PERSONNEL

        The details of the strength of the camp are as follows:

                English            128

                South Africans  28

                New Zealander   1

                Total              157 including 23 NCOs volunteering for work.

III. INTERIOR ARRANGEMENTS

        The living quarters are adequate and also lighting and heating facilities are stated to be satisfactory.

IV. WASHING AND BATHING FACILITIES

        Very satisfactory, hot showers are available whenever wanted.

V. TOILET FACILITIES         )

VI. FOOD AND COOKING  ) in order

VII. MEDICAL ATTENTION AND STATE OF HEALTH

        Medical attention is considered as good. A German doctor holds sickparade twice a week. Serious cases are taken to the revier at Bitterfeld.

        Dental treatment and state of health are satisfactory.

VIII. CLOTHING

        The clothing position has improved.

IX. LAUNDRY

        Laundry is done by a wash-machine.

X. MONEY AND PAY           )

XI. CANTEEN                        ) Nothing to report

XII. RELIGIOUS ACTIVITY  )

XIII. RECREATION AND EXERCISE

        Satisfactory.

XIV. MAIL

        No complaints regarding mail.

XV. WELFARE WORK

        The prisoners would appreciate having a piano-accordion, a wish which has been transmitted to the YMCA.

        Working conditions. The prisoners are employed in the Electroschmelze and work every day from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m. Every second Sunday is free.

XVI. COMPLAINTS

        Some minor complaints were settled on the spot, when discussing the points with the German authorities.

XVII. GENERAL IMPRESSION

        This, indeed, is a good camp.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Be 12, GADEWITZ

British

Man of Confidence: L/Cpl. A.J. MILLEN, Pow. No. 82291 (Interview at Zschornewitz)

Strength of the camp: 198 British Ps.O.W. (including 1 recognised sanitator).

Nature of work: All prisoners are working 10-12 hours a day on railway work. Every second Sunday is free. No complaints about working conditions.

Complaints: Some minor requests were settled by discussing them with the German authorities.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Rei 113, RAIDENBURG HALLE

British

Date of visit: November 14th, 1944.

Man of Confidence: Pte. B. DRESSER, Pow. No. 89570

I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

        The camp consists of 2 barracks in a very large compound situated in a suburb of Halle. Adequate air-raid shelters.

II. CAPACITY AND PRESENT PERSONNEL

        The strength of the camp at the moment is 190 British Prisoners of War.

III. INTERIOR ARRANGEMENTS

        The living quarters with double-tier beds are adequate. Lighting and heating facilities are stated to be satisfactory.

IV. WASHING AND BATHING FACILITIES

        The only complaint about bathing facilities is the lack of hot water. This will be changed when the new wash-house has been completed.

V. TOILET FACILITIES         )

VI. FOOD AND COOKING  ) in order

VII. MEDICAL ATTENTION AND STATE OF HEALTH

        Medical attention and state of health are good.

VIII. CLOTHING  )

IX. LAUNDRY      ) in order

X. MONEY AND PAY

        Correct.

XI. CANTEEN                        )

XII. RELIGIOUS ACTIVITY  ) nothing to report.

XIII. RECREATION AND EXERCISE

        It could be arranged, when discussing this point with the Germans, that in future the prisoners will be allowed to go out for a walk or a game of football on Sundays.

XIV. MAIL

        Mail is stated to be very irregular.

XV. WELFARE WORK

        A recreation-room is under construction and will be finished before Christmas.

        Working conditions: The prisoners work in a cement-factory, 10 hours a day. There is no Sunday work.

XVI. COMPLAINTS

        There were no other important complaints than those mentioned under the various points above. All minor requests were settled on the spot.

XVII. GENERAL IMPRESSION

        Wash-house and recreation-room once finished, this camp may be considered as satisfactory.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Rei 93 (Rei 102), STADION HALLE

British

Man of Confidence: L/Cpl. P.S. NEPPE, Pow. No. 262309 (Interview at Raidenburg)

Strength of the camp: 70 Prisoners of War, including 10 Polish parachutists treated as British prisoners.

Nature of work: They are employed in building air-raid shelters. Working hours: 60 hours a week. There is no work on Sunday.

Complaints: None.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Me 40, MEUSCHEN

British

Man of Confidence: L/Cpl. S.J. FOWLER, Pow. No. 89224 (Interview at Raidenburg)

Strength of the camp: 105 British Prisoners of War.

Nature of work: They are working 8-9 hours a day in building air-raid shelters. Every 3rd Sunday is free.

Complaints:

        1) The German workers leave work 2 hours earlier than prisoners. The Kontroll Offizier promised that this will be stopped at once, prisoners not having to work longer than civilian workers.

        2) When requested, the Kontrol Offizier also promised that the Man of Confidence could see his Chief Man of Confidence whenever he finds it necessary.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Ei 113, ZIRKELSCHACHT

British

Date of visit: November 15th, 1944.

Man of Confidence: Cpl. G.A. NEWVELL, Pow. no. 249443

I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

        3 barracks in one large compound form this camp. There are good air-raid shelters.

II. CAPACITY AND PRESENT PERSONNEL

        255 British Prisoners of War (including 1 recognised NCO).

III. INTERIOR ARRANGEMENTS

        Adequate living quarters with double- and three-tier beds. 3 dining rooms with sufficient tables and chairs. Lighting and heating facilities are satisfactory.

IV. WASHING AND BATHING FACILITIES  )

V. TOILET FACILITIES                                    ) in order

VI. FOOD AND COOKING

        The cooking of German and Red Cross food is done satisfactorily.

VII. MEDICAL ATTENTION AND STATE OF HEALTH

        Daily sickparade is held by a Russian doctor. Sick are taken to the revier at Hohenthalschacht, where an Indian doctor, Capt. Singh, takes care of them.

VIII. CLOTHING

        No complaints.

IX. LAUNDRY               )

X. MONEY AND PAY  ) in order

XI. CANTEEN

        No canteen.

XII. RELIGIOUS ACTIVITY

        Nothing to report.

XIII. RECREATION AND EXERCISE

        Both, indoor entertainment and outdoor recreation are satisfactory.

XIV. MAIL

        No complaint.

XV. WELFARE WORK

        The need of playing cards and table-tennis balls will be transmitted to the YMCA.

        Working conditions: The prisoners do pit-work in 2 shifts of 7 1/2 hours each. Every second Sunday is free.

XVI. COMPLAINTS

        Apart from some minor complaints settled on the spot, nothing of importance was brought to the knowledge of the Delegate of the Protecting Power.

XVII. GENERAL IMPRESSION

        This is a fairly good camp.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Ei 105, HOHENTHALSCHACHT

British

Man of Confidence: Cpl. F. BAKER, Pow. No. 249747 (Interview at Zirkelschacht)

Strength of the camp: 281 British Prisoners of War, including 1 British Medical Officer, Capt. Singh, I.M.S., Pow. No. 29 and 1 recognised Non-Commissioned Officer.

Nature of work: They work 12 hours a day in a copper-mine. Every second Sunday is free.

Complaints: 1) 50 men working in the "Kochhütte" complained that they have had no rest during the last few months. The Delegate of the Protecting Power protested energetically against such proceedings. Promise was given by the German authorities that in future, these men, as any other prisoner in this camp, will get every second Sunday off.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. 97, HELMSDORF

AMERICAN

Date of visit: November 15th, 1944.

Man of Confidence: Sgt. B.J. van WIERKERK, Pow. No. 262383

I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

        The camp is situated in a stone-building near the sugar-factory. ARP shelters are inadequate and furthermore, there is no compound at all at the prisoners' disposal.

II. CAPACITY AND PRESENT PERSONNEL

        The strength of the camp was given as follows:

                Americans     80

                South African   1 (acting as Man of Confidence)

                Total              81

III. INTERIOR ARRANGEMENTS

        Living quarters are adequate, but slightly overcrowded. Lighting and heating are stated to be satisfactory.

IV. WASHING AND BATHING FACILITIES

        There are very good washing facilities in the factory; however, those in the camp are very poor.

V. TOILET FACILITIES

        Toilet facilities in the camp are absolutely insufficient. The employer promised that new latrines will be built. In the meantime the latrines (of the flush-type) in the factory are at the disposal of the men.

VI. FOOD AND COOKING

        Satisfactory.

VII. MEDICAL ATTENTION AND STATE OF HEALTH

        Both, medical attention and state of health are good. Application for recognition by an American sanitator has been forwarded.

VIII. CLOTHING

        The clothing position is very bad in this camp, as the Red Cross supplies asked for have not yet arrived.

IX. LAUNDRY               )

X. MONEY AND PAY  ) in order

XI. CANTEEN

        No canteen.

XII. RELIGIOUS ACTIVITY

        Nothing to report.

XIII. RECREATION AND EXERCISE

        Due to the working conditions, recreation is nil.

XIV. MAIL

        Up to now no mail has arrived from America.

XV. WELFARE WORK

        Nothing to report.

        Working conditions. The prisoners work in 2 shifts of 12 hours each during the weekdays, and 2 shifts of 18 hours each from Saturday evening to Monday morning, whereby changing from day- to night-shift and vice versa.

        Complaint about working conditions, please see under point XVI.

XVI. COMPLAINTS

        1) Some cases of ill-treatment have been reported, generally due to the fact that prisoners do not speak and understand German. The Delegate of the Protecting Power made strong objections and asked the necessary steps to be taken to avoid further pushing or hitting of prisoners.

        2) The Delegate protested against the working condition, not allowing the prisoners to have a rest of 24 consecutive hours during the 3-4 months of the sugar-season. To this the manager of the factory pointed out that the nature of production does not allow any interruption and he promised the Prisoners of War a week's holiday at the end of the season, i.e. in January, meant as compensation for the lack of rest. The prisoners agreed.

XVII. GENERAL IMPRESSION

        Due to the hard working conditions, the lack of rest and also the bad state of the toilet facilities, the impression gained of this camp is very unfavourable.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Ne 88, PAULSCHACHT

British

Man of Confidence: L/Cpl. P. van ROOYEN, Pow. No. 263277 (Interview at Helmsdorf)

Strength of the camp: 212 British Ps.O.W.

Nature of work: They are working in a copper-mine, 2 shifts of 8 hours each. 3 Sundays out of 4 are free.

Complaints:

        1) The latrines are next door to the kitchen and this is considered unhygienic by the prisoners. The camp authorities were asked to remove the toilets to a more suitable place. The request was granted. (To be checked on the next visit).

        2) As the camp has no compound at all, permission for more frequent walks was asked. This was also granted.

        3) Only 1 blanket has been issued to the prisoners. When asked for an explanation, the German officer told the Delegate that, nowadays, blankets are very difficult to obtain in Germany, but promised that he would not relax in his endeavours.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Ei 108, ERDEBORN

AMERICAN

Date of visit: November 15th, 1944.

Man of Confidence: Pte. W. HAMBRECHT, Pow. No. 50243

I. GENERAL DESCRIPTION

        The camp is lodged in a stone-building near the sugar-factory.

II. CAPACITY AND PRESENT PERSONNEL

        121 American Prisoners of War.

III. INTERIOR ARRANGEMENTS

        The prisoners are accommodated in 4 sleeping-rooms with wooden double-tier beds. Only a few men have 2 blankets, the rest having been supplied with a single one only. This deficiency is not so much felt, as the central heating is very satisfactory. Nevertheless, the German camp authorities are trying to provide the second blanket for all prisoners.

IV. WASHING AND BATHING FACILITIES

        The washing facilities are very satisfactory in the factory where prisoners may have daily hot showers; however, they are very poor in the camp itself.

V. TOILET FACILITIES

        The same as mentioned under point IV) applies also to the latrines, which are good in the factory, but inadequate in the camp itself.

VI. FOOD AND COOKING

        In order.

VII. MEDICAL ATTENTION AND STATE OF HEALTH

        In general, medical attention and state of health are good. At present 5 men are at the revier at Eisleben to be specially examined, all of them showing signs similar to diphtheria. Up to now only 1 case has been definitely recognised as such. All necessary precautions were taken to prevent any spreading of that disease.

VIII. CLOTHING

        Every prisoner was supplied with one complete Red Cross outfit. The shortage of underwear, however, is very much felt on these cold days. The Red Cross was informed of this situation by the Chief Man of Confidence of this Stalag.

IX. LAUNDRY

        By proposal made by the Delegate, arrangements will be made to send the laundry out.

X. MONEY AND PAY

        Correct.

XI. CANTEEN

        No canteen.

XII. RELIGIOUS ACTIVITY

        Nothing to report.

XIII. RECREATION AND EXERCISE

        Due to the hard working conditions and the lack of rest, there is no recreation.

XIV. MAIL

        Up to now no mail arrived from the U.S.A.

XV. WELFARE WORK

        Nothing to report.

        Working conditions: The men work in 2 shifts of 12 hours each, with the exception of Saturday and Sunday, when 2 shifts of 18 hours each are demanded, (change from day- to night-shift).

XVI. COMPLAINTS

        1) In this sugar-factory too, the prisoners have not had 24 hours rest during the 3-4 months of the season. They will enjoy one week's holiday at the end of December, for compensation of the missed rest.

        No other important complaints. Some minor complaints were settled on the spot.

XVII. GENERAL IMPRESSION

        The very primitive sanitation installation in the camp and the very hard working conditions are the reason for the unsatisfactory impression gained of this camp.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. E 108, ERDEBORN

British

Man of Confidence: L/Cpl. D.S. EHRKE, Pow. No. 224835 (Interview at Erdeborn)

Strength of the camp: 15 British Ps.O.W. (all South Africans)

Nature of work: They work in the same factory and under the same conditions as mentioned in the above report. These men are doing this work throughout the whole year and not only for the time of season like the Americans.

        They did not complain about the hard working conditions, because of being used to them and also aware of the holidays lying ahead.

Complaints: No complaint of any importance came to the knowledge of the Delegate of the Protecting Power.

WORKING DETACHMENT No. Ei 109, BREHNDORF

British

Man of Confidence: Cpl. A. PARKER, Pow. No. 236049 (Interview at Zirkelschacht)

Strength of the camp: 56 British Ps.O.W.

Nature of work: All of them work for the Reichsbahn, 9 to 10 hours a day. There is no work on Sunday.

Complaints: 1) The Man of Confidence complained that washing facilities are not adequate. There is only one tap for 56 men, which is insufficient. The Kontroll Offizier promised to alter this unsatisfactory situation.

The Chief Man of Confidence, R.S.M. Parslow, accompanied the Delegate on the first day of his trip to the working detachments. He was again met after having visited the camps mentioned in the above report and was informed of the situation in all of them. He is aware of the needs of the Kdos, which could be supplied by the Stalag.

(sig.) FRITZ DASEN.