F/M SMUTS REVIEWS SA DIVISION -

Field Marshal Smuts paused his journey back to South Africa in Cairo to inspect a South African division. He addressed the troops, offering a Christmas message and commending their exceptional work. Smuts, alongside Sir Alan Brooke and General Wilson, watched the troops with pride, acknowledging their unparalleled accomplishments in the war. Upon returning home, Smuts could assure the Union of the South Africans' excellent fighting condition and morale. The transcript also highlights the South African military's achievements and heroism, especially noted after President Roosevelt's death.

What was the purpose of Field Marshal Smuts' stop in Cairo?

• To meet with President Roosevelt

• To inspect a South African division

• To visit family

• To attend a diplomatic conference

What message did Smuts deliver to the South African troops?

• A New Year's message

• A message of retreat

• A Christmas message

• A message of surrender

How did Smuts feel watching his countrymen march past?

• Indifferent

• Worried

• Disappointed

• Proud

What did Smuts plan to report back to the Union?

• The end of the war

• The need for more troops

• The South Africans' excellent fighting form

• The South Africans' poor performance

What event is mentioned in relation to the South African military's accomplishments?

• The end of World War II

• The death of President Roosevelt

• The signing of a peace treaty

• The beginning of a new war