24th June
As Tiso took a quick break for a stiff drink, it was left to Tuka to tell the general exactly what it was they actually wanted. After he had finished shouting, Tuka explained.
"We want a high level briefing as in a general overview. A simple explanation of the current situation in the war without any unnecessary details." Tuka said.
"Ah, you'll be wanting our strategic situation report then." Malar replied, handing over a single sheet of paper.
Tuka read the document. It didn't take long
"What on earth is this?" Tuka asked.
"It's a concise analysis of our military situation." Malar explained.
"There's nothing on this paper apart from one very rude word!" Tuka yelled.
"Yes, the General Staff feels that adequately sums up our military situation." Malar said.
Tuka briefly considered joining Tiso for a drink, but decided to fight on.
"We were looking for a slightly more detailed explanation than that. We were also expecting something with maps so we could see what the situation is." Tuka said, taking no chances.
"Oh you wanted to review the big picture? Why did you just say?" Malar said.
Barely resisting the urge to throttle the general, Tuka followed him into the map room of the Ministry.
"Here you go Prime Minister, the big picture." Malar said, gesturing at one of the walls.
The Slovakian General Staff's 'Big Picture'. Best we don't mention this to Tiso, I'm not sure he'd cope.