J.S, Balz Writes
01 February 1939
U-45 to BDU
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Dear Admiral, kindly get the Ritter Kreutz with some thingies ready for my return to Willhelmsaven. Like the great hero of the Kriesmarine that I am I have sunk lots of ships belonging to the enemy. When I return to base, I feel the need to parade in front of adoring crowds. Having a Ritterkreutz will enhance my parading at the main railway station where people from all over Germany will be able to say there goes Balz, the greatest hero of the Kriegsmarine. It would be embarrasing not to have the award hanging from my neck. Especially if thingies like oak leaves, swords and diamonfs are missing.
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Admiral Replies,
I will have my hip boots on
