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

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 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 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 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 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 describes the difficulties associated with being on alert. He talks about the work they are doing every day in Panama, and mentions that he recently developed more film rolls.

Daniel mentions it is his first Saturday off since arriving in Panama. He talks about the persistent rain, his daily work and his health issues.

Daniel responds to news from back home, and reminds his mother to let him know what happened to his car. He emphasizes that he is sick of asking about the car, and that he wants to know what happened to it.