Went back to Sofia in the auto. Had several punctures, which were really funny, because my Bulgarian chauffeur and I could converse by sign language only. On the road, not far from Kumanova, there was a Macedonian fair, which was very interesting. The peasants, in white clothes, danced an odd but pretty dance, to music played on bagpipes and other instruments.
August 9, 1916
This morning, shortly before I left, I received a Bulgarian medal for courage. This was presented to me by the adjutant of the Minister of War, together with the latter’s picture. I am now going to the Austrian headquarters, from where I mean to see the east front. I don’t know yet how I will get the time.
August 10, 1916
In the afternoon, short auto ride; in the evening, reported to General Conrad.
August 11, 1916
Presented myself at Archduke Frederick’s and met General Cramon. At eleven o’clock, went on toward Kovel.