William Ambrose Cull letter diary, 1915-1918 - Page 373
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[Page 373]
Written from Fleurs
France
Novr 3rd 16
Dear Dad Mum & all
Last letter I mentioned having a little "breathing time" but expected that it would not last long – As a matter of fact I had no idea that breathing time would keep us out of the ruck so many days.
Semi official rumour has it that we are about to begin the preparatory phase to that which is usually accepted by press corespondents as the soldiers congenial pastime – However all's well that ends well and I hope for the best.. My command on this occasion is equal in strength to that of my double-command of last go. My show is rather efficient and I have every confidence. I went to my duty to-day and to communion – If anything were to happen me, you must try to say with me, "Thy will be done", I will send you a cable when all is clear – and quiet
Unfortunately one of my officers has just been evacuated sick and one is at present at a school. At present I have with me 2 Lieut. McKinnon 13th Reinf. 2 Lieut. Kellaway M.C. and 2 Lieut. Groves. – Have been trying to make some life in the show. I started concerts, which are quite a success – also