One: Original bridgeworks reported abandoned. New construction downstream from first site. Two: Enemy intends to open railway with passage of special train, Bangkok to Rangoon with troops and VIP estimated to arrive target, AM, 13th. Three: You should synchronize demolition with pass of this train. Four: Good hunting. Have fun.
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Kanematsu No time for jokes. Finish work...Dig dig.
Saito Can you finish the bridge in time?
Nicholson Frankly, the consensus of opinion is that it's impossible. But we'll certainly give it a go. After all, we mustn't forget that we've wasted over a month through an unfortunate disagreement for which I was not to blame.
Joyce Officer, sir. A British officer. We're here to blow up the bridge, sir!
Nicholson Blow up the bridge?
Joyce Yes, sir. Yes, sir. British commando orders, sir.
Nicholson Blow up the bridge!?
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