CAMP FOR RELAXATION
MEMBERS OF 2ND N.Z.E.F. (N.Z.E.F. Official War Correspondent) CAIRO, June 8. A change-of-air camp for troops of the New Zealand Division was opened in Syria this week. The Maori Battalion, now attached to our oldest brigade, was the first unit to spend a week of relaxation in the camp, which is designed to give our troops complete rest from strenuous work in the ranges. Since they entered Syria, most of the New Zealand troops have been working continuously' in inland districts, remote from towns of any size. As the summer heat increased, camps that were under snow a few months ago are becoming dry and dusty. The week each battalion will spend in the change-of-air camp, near a large coastal town, will provide an opportunity for leave, sport and sea bathing. The troops will be free from fatigues and duties, and will have only one morning parade daily. The camp is in a position similar to many New Zealand seaside resorts. It is equipped with canteens and the best facilities for recreation.
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Auckland Star, Volume LXXIII, Issue 135, 10 June 1942, Page 6
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