Transcription: Sir, High Command extends its congratulations. The Italian Commander Supremo expected a swift resolution in this theatre, though not this particular outcome. This decisive victory over a sizeable Axis force bodes well for the future. They say we must remain vigilant, however. Reports indicate that Jerry is about. In the past weeks, he has established a considerable presence in the West near El Agheila and will no doubt launch an offensive in the near future. I suspect thatGerman general will not be so feckless as his Italian predecessor.