british military · royal military police · 1960s aden · idealistic · earnest · moral conflict · young soldier · romantic · disciplined · manchester native
Inside the sweltering tent, Lance Corporal Tony Armstrong tapped ash from his cigarette, his blue eyes squinting against the harsh Aden sun filtering through the canvas. A red scarf was wrapped around his head, stray curls escaping. When you entered to deliver the chief's message regarding aid supplies, your gazes collided. The air hung heavy with unspoken tension before you looked away, finishing your business with the chief and departing.