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Daniel thanks his mother for sending over pictures for his photo album. He asks about his car again, and describes his experiences working guard duty.

Daniel discusses working guard duty for 24 hours. He also mentions seeing old ruins in Panama City. He reminds his family once again to write more often.

Daniel writes about returning to Fort Amador, and mentions that he has purchased a photo album. He also sent along some stamps that he gathered while in Panama.

Daniel asks about his family and friends back home, and wonders why his brother Sherwood writes him so infrequently. He also sent along a number of pictures that he cut out of newspapers in Panama.

Daniel talks about the scarcity of communication in the jungle and mentions that he is saving his money. He describes his experiences with shooting and his possible promotion to Private First Class. Daniel also sent a letter addressed to his younger…

Daniel mentions the extreme heat once again, and discusses the family farm with his mother. He also discusses his career prospects with the military.

Daniel sends his first letter after leaving Fort Amador. He discusses the work he and his fellow soldiers have been ordered to do, and describes the oppressive weather conditions and the terrain surrounding Rio Hato.

Daniel mentions that he has accumulated over 150 photographs. He talks about going to Rio Hato for six weeks, and asks about his car once again.

Daniel explains why products in Panama are so cheap, and reminds his mother to take care of her health. He mentions that he wants to show Sherwood how they shoot in the army. Daniel also describes the feeling of hearing the National Anthem, and also…

Daniel mentions standing review for President Roosevelt. He talks about the weather and his plans to train as a mechanic. He makes some comments about life back in Wisconsin.