Paul writes about the disunity of the fascists, which is partly due to the propaganda being spread by Republican forces. He says that fighting amongst the fascists has been seen by some of the brigaders. Paul is glad that the brigaders are now working side by side with their Spanish comrades, giving them a chance to practice their Spanish and get a feel for the culture of the people. He recounts the story of two soldiers, one American and one German, who found themselves sharing a shell hole at the end of World War I and who have met once again in the trenches of Spain, this time, fighting for the same side.