"We are accepting nothing but accredited calls until tomorrow."
"This is vitally important. I must speak to General Gilmer. This is Lieutenant Stan Wilson speaking. I've just escaped from Germany. A British destroyer put me ashore."
"Where are you calling from?"
"Ramsgate."
"Get in touch with British Intelligence there. We can't put you through to the general."
"Then get me Colonel Holt."
"He is in conference. Now clear the wire."
"Don't hang up or I'll have your stripes!" Stan shouted.
"Yes, sir," the voice said quickly.
That meant the operator was a non-com which would make it a little easier.