"But the more monkey business they try, the tighter the lid is
going to be clamped down, as they'll find to their cost."
But in point of fact, the rioting was not so much against the
American authorities as it was against the German authorities who
were operating under the protection and direction of the
Americans.
But it was all one to the boys, as all they cared about was the
prospect of some pleasurable excitement. And more excitement was
brewing for them than they anticipated, for this was by far the
most serious riot that had occurred since they had entered German
territory, and was one not easily to be suppressed.
The regiment was not long in getting ready, and was soon swinging
out of camp, headed toward the rebellious city. As the soldiers
approached it, they could hear the sound of rifle firing, mingled
with the sharper sound of machine gun fire.
"Something doing, all right," said Bart, as they swung rapidly
along. "Sounds as though some one were getting trouble, and plenty
of it, and I'm willing to bet the Heinies are getting the worst
end of it."
"You can bet they are," agreed Billy.
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