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1944-12-29
Regiment 5th Wiltshire
Location Wijnansrade, Netherlands
Entry 1800hrs. Civilian car with 2 rear lights failed to stop when challenged by U.S. sentry; sentry shot at by occupant (occupants). Information obtained from U.S. sources. 2030hrs. Civilian car (with 1 rear light) failed to stop when challenged by Bn HQ sentry. Occupant searched and interrogated by I.O. and identified by civilian. finally set at liberty.